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Faith, Family, Parenting

4 Crucial Questions Regarding Our Responsibility to the Next Generation

June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 Mike Livingstone

An old photograph sits in a frame on my desk. Taken in 1959 when I was barely a year old, the black and white photo is of my father sitting at his desk in the pastor’s study. Visible on the … Continue reading 4 Crucial Questions Regarding Our Responsibility to the Next Generation

Faith

3 reasons to embrace weakness

May 22, 2018 Mike Livingstone

I don’t like feeling weak, whether it’s physically, emotionally, or spiritually. I just don’t like it. Ironically, however, it’s been by learning to embrace my weaknesses that I’ve grown stronger. In the moments—the seasons—of life during which I’ve been made … Continue reading 3 reasons to embrace weakness

Faith

4 lessons from the valley of the shadow of death

June 14, 2017June 14, 2017 Mike Livingstone

“Even when I go through the darkest valley, I fear no danger, for you are with me” (Ps. 23:4, CSB). The most disconcerting thing about walking through the valley of the shadow of death is the uncertainty. When you’re walking … Continue reading 4 lessons from the valley of the shadow of death

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5 reasons the church must teach the Bible

March 17, 2016July 8, 2016 Mike Livingstone

“And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching …” (Acts 2:42). This tells me two things about the early church: (1) members were hungry for teaching; and (2) leaders taught. We have a pretty good idea about what they taught. … Continue reading 5 reasons the church must teach the Bible

Church, Faith

Beyond the coffee and doughnuts

May 29, 2015June 14, 2017 Mike Livingstone

What sometimes passes for Christian fellowship is about as nourishing as the doughnut you ate in Sunday School last week. Though enjoyable, it brings little spiritual benefit. To fellowship is to share. That’s the basic meaning of koinonia—sharing. But it’s a sharing … Continue reading Beyond the coffee and doughnuts

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10 questions for discerning God’s will

April 20, 2015May 30, 2015 Mike Livingstone

In Psalm 119:24, the psalmist called God’s decrees “my counselors.”  Let God’s Word counsel you by asking yourself these questions in your moments of decision. 1. Can this be done to the glory of God? (1 Cor. 10:31) “Therefore, whether you eat or … Continue reading 10 questions for discerning God’s will

Church, Faith, Missions

Who ought to go as missionaries?

November 8, 2014May 21, 2015 Mike Livingstone

I was a freshman at Union University when I heard Dr. Bryant Hicks, professor of missions at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, speak in a chapel service on the subject, “Who ought to go as missionaries?” That was 30-something years ago. His answer has … Continue reading Who ought to go as missionaries?

Church, Faith, Family, Missions, Parenting

5 reasons we pack Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes as a family

November 4, 2014October 19, 2020 Mike Livingstone

My favorite time of year has arrived. Football season is in full swing. College basketball is gearing up. The air is turning crisp. The leaves are turning. The holidays are just around the corner. That can mean only one thing: … Continue reading 5 reasons we pack Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes as a family

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10 ways I’m praying for my pastor

October 27, 2014June 16, 2019 Mike Livingstone

My pastor needs prayer, and so does yours. Every pastor needs prayer. The apostle Paul acknowledged repeatedly that he needed the church to pray for him. He appealed to the Romans: “strive together with me in your prayers to God … Continue reading 10 ways I’m praying for my pastor

Faith, Family

17 things to pray for your children

October 26, 2014April 29, 2015 Mike Livingstone

I pray daily for my children. To be honest, though, my prayers too often fall short. They fall short because they focus only on immediate concerns, like behavioral issues, a good day at school, or good health. There’s nothing wrong … Continue reading 17 things to pray for your children

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