Author: Bogdan Kipko
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Is Halloween Heresy, Holy or Hazardous?
Most Jesus loving Christians have a strong opinion about Halloween. Some have already printed a sign to post on their front door that will read “We Do Not Celebrate Halloween.” Others have already bought a Spider man suit, anxiously awaiting the dawn to turn into dusk. Some vehemently argue that celebrating Halloween is like having a date with…
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How To Be As Productive As Possible Starting Right Now
Every time you say YES to something, you are simultaneously saying NO to something else. Be sure that whatever you said YES to outweighs in terms of importance that which you said NO to, albeit even subconsciously. Learning to say NO to good things so that you can say YES to great things has everything…
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A Few Potential Misses Of The Missional Movement
A fellow blogger posted some great content surrounding his concerns with the missional movement. The post is actually very balanced, fair and encouraging. Take a look at what he said in its entirety by clicking here.
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The Modern Messiah
It is a dangerous position we assume when we constantly want to help the weak and needy but never confess that we too are actually weak and in need of help.
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Stop Waiting For God To Reveal His Will For Your Life
If you are going to go through life without passion of excitement, just waiting for God to reveal to you His big plan for your life, it will never happen. Do with passion and excitement that which you are already involved in for His glory – sufficient are the worries of today – let God…
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The Source Of Our Effort
I believe that effort not only emboldens our walk with Christ, but that it is also biblical. We need to understand though, that the effort we generate does not come from us. We put in the effort and we exert our energy. But God is the One who works through us and He enables the…
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What Solid Leadership Is Defined By
Solid leadership is defined not by extraordinary celebrations or big wins that an individual experiences but rather is displayed in the continual and steadfast commitment to the small and seemingly insignificant things that make up the every day life. Jesus demands faithfulness in the small things – otherwise you won’t have the character or integrity…
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Why You Are Not A Smashing Success Just Yet: Reason Three
Happy Friday! Thank you for sticking with this entire series. My sincere hope is that it encouraged and inspired you. There is a premature satisfaction that can happen — when we share our dreams with someone — before we actually put in the work to make them happen. We find more pleasure in sharing with…
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Why You Are Not A Smashing Success Just Yet: Reason Two
Our desire eclipses our talent. Our charisma outshines our skills. What we dream is far from who we really are. This is partly the reason for why you are not where you want to be. Just yet. Here is the second reason why you are not a smashing success.
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Why You Are Not A Smashing Success Just Yet: Reason One
Before God can use you greatly, He will wound you deeply. This deep wound comes from an experience you will have in your life. This trial in your life, albeit painful — will produce integrity and character that might have otherwise never been cultivated. Here is the first reason why you are not a smashing…