by Mark J Martin | Jul 5, 2011 | Archived
We think we have to do more. God says, “Ask, and it shall be given.” (Matt. 7:7) Our world tells us that the one who works harder than the next guy wins. God says, “Call Unto me, and I will answer thee.” (Jer. 33:3) The powers of evil give...
by Mark J Martin | Jun 28, 2011 | Archived
Almost a month ago, my wife, the kids and I went to visit her family for a week. Before leaving, I made preparations to be less connected to the internet. I have a tendency to be distracted from family by e-mail, etc., so I took Michael Hyatt’s advice and was...
by Mark J Martin | May 24, 2011 | Archived
Have you ever been discouraged that it seemed like your life lacked the fruitfulness you imagined? Have you ever worked hard to serve others, only to feel a frustration of pointlessness? Could it be that at times we have it backwards? Are we focused more on the work...
by Mark J Martin | May 11, 2011 | Archived
Most people who work in a church setting wear several different “hats.” Many of these hats require duties that are repeated weekly. The more efficient we can be with these tasks, the more we can move forward to other priorities. It may be preparing the...
by Mark J Martin | Apr 25, 2011 | Archived
Has your basement ever flooded? It’s no fun. The worst part is listening to the rain hit the roof, wondering if, this time, it’s going to come inside! Whenever my basement has flooded, it has been because the water flowing from the surrounding areas...
