I finally had a chance after 18 years to read Mike Ratliff’s long account to his church as he decided to leave. I even read all the comments…which were even longer than the actual post. Grace to you if you read it. And if you understand how it may be relevant today in 2025. https://mikeratliff.wordpress.com/2007/02/12/should-your-church-implement-the-purpose-driven-church-model/?page_id=392
Category: Faith and Christianity
Revelation – Observations
I sent one final note to the leader of our Revelation Sunday School this morning…..…hopefully our class is over today. I got up early this morning and decided to read the last two chapters of Revelation again. It’s not so much an interpretation but just a statement aspects of the vision. What struck me was the 2nd… Continue reading Revelation – Observations
Men and Women
I have not posted anything from Michelle Lesley in a while, but since this one is aimed at men, I think is worth passing one. It does have its share on controversial statements. A good message to men….. I have to say I’ve had my share of adventures down false paths and need to be… Continue reading Men and Women
Wisdom or Pragmatism?
Reading Mike Ratcliff’s blog post this morning I had several observations. Probably, more study is needed…. I like the illustration…..though long term relationships to people often keep people from leaving and rather they tolerate significant levels of change.…often starving for sound doctrine. What happens is that it creates churches that become revolving doors with those… Continue reading Wisdom or Pragmatism?