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Join us as Daniel Geraci, founder of United in Crisis, shares his incredible journey of mobilizing churches to serve their communities during disasters. From Hurricane Katrina to catastrophic events in Austin, Daniel reveals how God inspired a powerful model for crisis response. Learn how churches can become the hands and feet of Jesus during times of need and discover the tools to start making an impact today. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!About the GuestDaniel Geraci is the founder and CEO of United in Crisis, a ministry dedicated to equipping churches to be the hands and feet of Christ during times of disaster. With decades of experience in leading disaster response networks and authoring United in Crisis, Daniel's passion is to mobilize believers to meet both physical and spiritual needs in their communities.Reasons to ListenLearn How to Mobilize Churches: Daniel shares a proven model for preparing churches to respond effectively to crises, offering practical steps to get started.Gain Real-Life Inspiration: Hear powerful stories of God working through believers during natural disasters and emergencies, showcasing faith in action.Discover Your Role: Whether you're a leader or layperson, this episode provides actionable ways to step up and make a difference during crises.Big TakeawaysGod Can Birth Vision in Crisis: Daniel's journey started when Hurricane Katrina revealed a need for church-led disaster relief, demonstrating how God gives clarity in tough moments.Preparation is Key: Being ready—spiritually, physically, and organizationally—can make all the difference in times of disaster.Unity Amplifies Impact: Churches working together not only meet needs but also magnify Christ's love to the community and even the secular world.Equip and Train Teams: A structured approach ensures long-term success without burning out leaders or volunteers.Preach the Gospel Amid Relief: Physical help must pair with spiritual truth to bring eternal impact to those in crisis.Missional ChallengesStep Out in Preparedness: Organize a small group at your church to discuss disaster readiness using resources like Preparedness Peace. Equip yourself and others to respond well.Unite Local Churches: Reach out to other churches in your area to start conversations about forming a crisis response network. Pray for unity and cooperation.Show Christ's Love in Action: Volunteer for a disaster relief effort in your area or consider supporting a crisis response ministry with time, resources, or prayer.Chapters[0:00:17] Introduction to Daniel Geraci and United in Crisis[0:01:02] Daniel's Journey into Disaster Relief Ministry[0:03:56] Building the Austin Disaster Relief Network[0:06:43] The Church as a Reliable First Responder[0:13:06] Training Churches and Responders[0:21:46] Inspiring Stories from Winter Storm 2021[0:27:04] Daniel's Book and Where to ConnectGuest LinksWebsite: United in CrisisBook: United in Crisis on AmazonSocial Media: Facebook | Instagram#themissionallife #themissionallifepodcast #Jesus #crisisresponse #faithinaction #disasterrelief #churchleadership #servingGod...

2 Corinthians 11:16 – 12:13 – Bernie Leo – Christ's Genuine Apostle

Corresponding Episode #52 People, Purpose & Platforms with Dr. Jen Bennett https://drjenbennett.com/peoplepurposeplatforms/ In this episode from our She Impacts Culture Devotional Series, Corrie Heinrichs guides us through a journey of faith and purpose. Drawing inspiration from episode 52, titled "People, Purpose & Platforms," with Dr. Jen Bennett, we explore the profound concept that we are God's masterpieces, uniquely designed to impact and influence culture for Christ.Corrie shares a heartfelt prayer, lifts up those who may be struggling to discern their purpose, and provides actionable steps to help align our lives with God's calling. Tune in for a moment of spiritual renewal as we meditate, engage, and pray, centering ourselves in devotion and seeking guidance from God. Whether you're looking for affirmation, prayer, or a sense of direction, this episode will uplift your spirit and ignite your purpose. Join us and be encouraged on this faith-filled journey. Ephesians 2:10 ESV (English Standard Version) For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them. NLT (New Living Translation) For we are God's masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago. NIV (New International Version) For we are God's handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ask yourself "What steps can I take this week to align my actions and decisions with God's purpose for me and this generation?" Reflect On Ephesians 2:10 and the unique purpose God has for you. Journal about how this verse speaks to the specific calling God has placed on your life. Spend time meditating on being God's masterpiece and how you can use your gifts to influence culture for Christ.  Engage Seek out opportunities to shepherd and encourage those around you in your daily interactions. Show Christ's love and care in tangible ways. Find new ways to support and uplift your community through acts of kindness and mentorship. Pray Pray for discernment, boldness, and a heart aligned with God's purpose for yourself and those around you. Pray for divine appointments to influence culture for Christ. Pray for transformation in your own heart and mind to wholeheartedly embrace God's purpose, setting aside distractions of worldly recognition and acclaim.

WORD EXPLOSION 2024| DAY 12| SHOW CHRIST TO THE WORLD| with CHIMDI & FUNKE OHAHUNA. John 1: 8 (ABU) This is the last in the series for 2024 studying the Gospel of John. Discover profound significance of being a witness for Christ. The word 'testify' carries the weight of 'showing' or 'exhibiting.' It is not merely a duty but a cherished privilege bestowed upon every believer. God has ordained that His children should be conduits through which He is made known to the world. From the moment of our salvation, we are entrusted with the divine mission aimed to cause Christ to be seen. The world looks on us not because of our own merits but because of the indwelling presence of Jesus within us. We must be humble and recognize that we are mere donkeys, carrying the precious burden of Christ's glory. Neglecting to show forth Christ through our lives is tantamount to practicing idolatry, as we elevate ourselves above the One we should be glorifying. To be effective witnesses, we must diligently study the Scriptures. Through the Word, we learn the truths about God and His plan for us. By imbibing the Word of God, we become vessels filled with the knowledge and grace that enable us to radiate Christ's presence to those around us. This podcast series on the Book of John, explores the vital role of witnessing in our Christian lives. Listen to gain insights and inspiration that will empower you to fulfill your God-given mandate as a witness for Christ. Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding of the Christian faith and grow in your relationship with God. Jesus is Lord. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracelife-comi/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gracelife-comi/support

Dr. Ross Pacini is a cardiologist practicing in and around Lincoln, Nebraska. We talked about the intersection of knowledge and humility, and the importance of both for an excellent doctor. Dr. Pacini shared how he demonstrates his faith into interactions with both patients and coworkers - like several others in this series, needing to SHOW Christ much more often than he is able to SHARE Christ. The real highlight of our conversation centered around the relationship between science and religion. I really enjoyed this conversation and I think you will too! Also find Holy Hypocrites on... ⁠YOUTUBE⁠ ⁠SPOTIFY⁠ ⁠SUBSTACK

Jose Pacheco is an MBA student at Rice University who felt the calling to start a bible study for his class mates. After seeing God's faithful provision to get him to the United States for his education, Jose couldn't help but look for ways to express his appreciation to God by doing something to further the Kingdom. Make sure to rate, review and subscribe!

 This week, Gary Zimak closes out the Liturgical Year by reading and discussing the Mass Readings for the Solemnity of Christ The King. Tune in as we contemplate what it really means to have Jesus Christ as our Savior, Lord and King!

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Ministry Thoughts Show Christ in your ministry Show Christ in your mannerisms Show Christ in your methods Choose the right type of invitation Carefully screen those who respond Show Christ in your mentoring Counseling Thoughts Use terms consistent with the lesson Be warm and friendly Use a Bible Use illustrations or visuals Keep it simple Jesus loves you Jesus cannot tolerate sin Jesus took your place Jesus is righteous Jesus has conditions Repentance - a change of mind evidenced by a change in heart, through faith, Jesus can make the change Believe Receive Jesus is waiting Open the door Ask him to come in Decide if they are ready to pray Offer to help if needed Discuss eternal security If not, send them away with a children's tract, offer to talk again

Does the Song of Solomon say that being black is a sign of sinfulness? Song of Solomon 1:5 can be confusing to read, but Fr. Josh is here to explain this passage from Scripture. Fr. Josh also shares about a beatified priest from Brazil who is a great example of someone who prayed for his persecutors. Snippet From the Show “Christ never gives up on us. So, we too can never give up on people.” Text “askfrjosh” to 33-777 to subscribe to Fr. Josh's shownotes or go to www.AscensionPress.com/askfatherjosh Submit your questions and feedback to Fr.Josh by filling out a form at www.ascensionpress.com/askfatherjosh

One of the greatest honours and aspirations for any athlete is to compete for their country on an international stage like the Olympic Games. They dream of wearing the flag and hearing their national anthem played as they stand on the podium. And many athletes make their country proud in those moments, competing and carrying themselves in an admirable and applaudable manner. But some bring shame to the nation they represent by cheating, lying, mistreating teammates and opponents, and even breaking the law. When this happens, the athlete is still a citizen of their county but they've failed to represent the values of their country. They've squandered the opportunity to showcase to the world the best that their nation has to offer.  Christians are on Team Jesus. We wave a common flag and represent a heavenly nation. Our job is to represent well, not bringing shame but showcasing to the world the best our Lord has to offer. And according to 1 John 3, that means we love one another like Christ.

Join us as we begin a new series on what leads us in our vision for River of Life: our Core Values. This week, Pastor Denny helps us to examine the power of discipleship and how this can affect our life, our relationships, and ultimately our purpose in Jesus. Our focus is always to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, and SHOW Christ to our world, and our Core Values help lead that vision.

Join us as we begin a new series on what leads us in our vision for River of Life: our Core Values. This week, Pastor Denny helps us to examine the power of discipleship and how this can affect our life, our relationships, and ultimately our purpose in Jesus. Our focus is always to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, and SHOW Christ to our world, and our Core Values help lead that vision.

Join us as we begin a new series on what leads us in our vision for River of Life: our Core Values. This week, Pastor Denny emphasizes the heart behind reaching the next generation, and the value we place in discipling families all the way from infants to adults. Our focus is always to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, and SHOW Christ to our world, and our Core Values help lead that vision.

Join us as we begin a new series on what leads us in our vision for River of Life: our Core Values. This week, Pastor Denny emphasizes the heart behind reaching the next generation, and the value we place in discipling families all the way from infants to adults. Our focus is always to KNOW Christ, GROW in Christ, and SHOW Christ to our world, and our Core Values help lead that vision.

According to the Bible, there's nothing more eminent than the glory of God. But that term is so remote to us now. Most Christians have heard of doing things for the glory of God, but what does that mean?  Do you want to have meaning in life? Do you have some need for deep personal change? Are you concerned about justice in the world? The key to all those things is the glory of God. We see in John 12 that to live for the glory of God is to 1) treat God as supremely important, and 2) see God's beauty. And then we see 3) how to do it. This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on September 18, 2016. Series: Jesus, Mission, and Glory: New Purpose. Scripture: John 12:27-36. Today's podcast is brought to you by Gospel in Life, the site for all sermons, books, study guides and resources from Timothy Keller and Redeemer Presbyterian Church. If you've enjoyed listening to this podcast and would like to support the ongoing efforts of this ministry, you can do so by visiting https://gospelinlife.com/give and making a one-time or recurring donation.

 During the interview, Anita discusses how the mission at both entities is to serve and make an impact on clients who need care in the comfort of their own home. Able Helpers Homecare offers non-medical home care and focuses on serving people who are on Medicaid. Services include meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, medication reminder, assist with bath, dressing, toileting, transfer and more activities of daily living. Christ Home Care focuses mainly on private pay clients and work comp clients. During the interview, Anita shares tips for selecting the right home care provider, talks about plans for the future, and offers advice for other entrepreneurs.Visit www.christhomecare.com  and https://www.ablehelpershomecare.com/ to learn more.

A new MP3 sermon from Blaney Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Show Christ in Care Subtitle: 1 Timothy Speaker: Jacob Helsley Broadcaster: Blaney Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/27/2022 Bible: 1 Timothy 5:1-16 Length: 44 min.

A new MP3 sermon from Blaney Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Show Christ in Care Subtitle: 1 Timothy Speaker: Jacob Helsley Broadcaster: Blaney Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 11/27/2022 Bible: 1 Timothy 5:1-16 Length: 44 min.

Hour 2 Bradfo Show - Christ Hatfield joins the show to talk about the best Sox prospects in the system

Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Dr. Elise Shockley, Lead Dentist and Dental Residency Director, and Shamala Blackwell, Site Manager with Christ Community Health Services, who both highlight the organization's mission and efforts "to provide high-quality healthcare to the underserved in the context of distinctively Christian service." Today, Christ Community is one of the largest Faith-Based health centers in the nation and the largest provider of healthcare to the underserved in Shelby County, providing care to over 58,000 unique individuals across multiple locations. During the interview, Elise and Shamala talk about the benefits of providing complete healthcare services to support their patients' physical, mental and spiritual health, and how diversity among their team members plays an important role in serving the community, as well. They discuss the importance of oral health and how that plays an integral role in their overall efforts, and then spotlight their partnership with Delta Dental of Tennessee and the Smile180 Foundation, which has played an integral role in their dental care efforts and their ability to treat patients with state-of-the-art equipment. They wrap up talking about the power of their purpose and how the community can support their efforts.Visit www.christcommunityhealth.org to learn more.

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ImpactI Peter 3:13-161.    Stand for what is Good I Peter 3:13-14 Matthew 10:28 Matthew 10:16 Matthew 5:10-122.    Sanctify Christ in our HeartsI Peter 3:15aMatthew 6:93.    Share our Faith in LoveI Peter 3:15b4.    Show Christ through our lives.I Peter 3:16I Peter 2:21-23Proverbs 16:7  Support the show (https://onrealm.org/washingtonbaptistchurch/-/give/now)

Minister of Athletics at Grace Evan and ECS parent Russ Bingham shares how youth sports can be an important discipleship tool and how they strive to live out the gospel to players, coaches, and parents.

1 Corinthians 11:1

What are the ways Jesus wants us to show his love to others? Sam Mynhier continues our study through Luke with today’s sermon on The Good Samaritan.

The vision of River of Life Church has always been to reach the lost. Every week, we strive to teach christians the following -1.) To Know ChristRiver of Life exists to lead people into a life-changing encounter with Jesus."I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead." - Philippians 3:10-11 NIV2.) To Grow in ChristRiver of Life desires to provide resources for all who come to faith in Christ to help them grow in their relationship with him!3.) Show Christ to Others and the WorldRiver of Life encourages every believer to find an area where they can serve others in the church, locally, and around the world."After this the Lord appointed seventy-two[a] others and sent them two by two ahead of him to every town and place where he was about to go. 2 He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field." - Luke 10:1-2 NIVThe harvest is plentiful, and we as christians are called to win souls."I have not stopped giving thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 17 I keep asking that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, may give you the Spirit[a] of wisdom and revelation, so that you may know him better. 18 I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people," -Ephesians 1:16-18 NIVOur prayer for YOU is that you would find freedom in Christ. We pray that you would grow in your relationship with Christ and the purpose He gives you. Finally, we pray that you would show Christ by the way you live your life. Our desire is that you would see HOW important it is to know God and know him even better.

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Matthew 12:35 - A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in him, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in him. --- Christianity has gotten a bit... hostile lately. But for what? What good does it do us to rebuke someone with differing beliefs, especially when those beliefs are secondary to the gospel? Does it matter if we don't believe in a literal lake of fire or thing old earth theory is more accurate? All of these things are secondary to loving God and loving others. This week we are continuing our talks about finding God in the stillness, but this time we are talking less about how to find God and more of how to show Him. Most of the time our conversations online (or elsewise) are geared towards exalting our own superiority complex and clout chasing instead of loving one another and exuberating Christ. So here's to hoping that this episode puts a bit of conviction on each one of us to examine our words closely before we spew them out. To analyze what is and is not Christ. To show and emit the love of Christ above the desire to fill our egos. But also remember, conviction and condemnation are not the same. WEEKLY QUESTION/s: • How has God spoken to you in a subtle voice? We'd love to hear from you! send your response to mail@therecklesspursuit.com or find us on social media! Links below! --- JOIN THE COMMUNITY: If you'd like to keep the conversation going, we want to invite you, our reckless listeners, to join The Reckless Community! Follow this link and ask to be a part! http://bit.ly/trp_community --- CONNECT: Web: http://therecklesspursuit.com/ Facebook: http://bit.ly/trp_fb Youtube: http://bit.ly/trp_youtube Twitter: http://bit.ly/trp_twitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/trp_insta --- ITINERANT Enjoy history, folklore, and campfire stories? Check out Cody's podcast, Itinerant: Biblical History Beyond the Bible: http://itinerantpodcast.com --- SPIRITUALITY UNTAMED If you are a woman looking to find your God-given purpose and let it loose, Elaine has a podcast for you. visit Spirituality Untamed: http://theprodigaldaughter.com ---

Today, Dave “The Navy Seal of Sitting”' VanVickle and I sit down with a question from listener, Father Timothy, about how to make disciples and not social workers, focusing on works of mercy. Snippet From the Show “Christ wants to give us full and complete liberation that starts with feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, and visiting the imprisoned and the sick. But it culminates in bringing your heart in silence before the throne of God.” We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments and don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow

Ephesians 5:15-21

Reflecting on Pope John Paul II’s encyclical Redemptor Hominis, Colin reminds us that Christ the redeemer is the center of the entire universe and all of human history. But is he the center of your own personal universe and your own personal history? As Catholics, we need to re-situate Jesus Christ as the center of our reality. Everything we do, say and believe should orbit around him. The devil is looking to sidetrack us and lead us to focus on anything other than Christ the redeemer. For Catholics, it might be Church politics, our families, our work— even a specific spiritual practice— but if we place any of these at our center, we need to re-calibrate our lives and put Christ back in his rightful place. Only when our lives are reordered around him will we be fully redeemed. _ Snippet from the Show:_ Christ the Redeemer is the center of the entire universe and of human history, but is he the center of your universe?

Whew Who it's Friday! Take back the control over your thinking! Pay attention to what you tell yourself. You are NOT a slave to your thoughts! So simply STOP and replace ALL negative illusions with positive truths. It's time to stand up for yourself and fight for what God has placed in your heart! That is your part. He is still there and willing to do His! Show Christ's power in you & let others can see how amazing He is so they will want the same for themselves! Ephesians 4:23

Public speaking to teens: a favorite pastime of … no one. But somebody has to do it, and with some prayer and preparation, your talk can be a great opportunity to change hearts and minds—just look at the fruits that come from Steubenville Conferences. Dave “Father of Wildlings” VanVickle and I go over how to prepare a talk for high school students that will bring the house down. We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave. Snippet from the Show “Christ is the one who destroys the walls of hostility that we keep building up. Every new barrier we put up, Christ is the one who tears them down. God is pursuing us.” SHOWNOTES How to prepare a talk for high schoolers * Select a piece of Scripture: The Word of God is the only thing that gives real clarity in the world. * Be yourself: teens appreciate authenticity * Speak to their experience. 5 Practical Tips 1. Find three narratives where Jesus pursues (or talks about) going after someone outside and brings them in. Write down your thoughts and observations. 2. Take a half page and try to write a tract that you think would be compelling to bring someone to the Lord. 3. Ask someone in your life to pray for you and your call to evangelize. 4. Reach out to someone in your life and compliment them on some part of their life. 5. Pray for the RCIA team and the adults to be baptized in your parish. Resources from the Show The Great Adventure Bible (https://ascensionpress.com/collections/collection-book/products/the-great-adventure-catholic-bible) Broken and Blessed: An Invitation to My Generation (https://ascensionpress.com/collections/collection-book/products/broken-and-blessed-an-invitation-to-my-generation) - Fr Josh Johnson Ascension’s soon-to-be-released program for evangelization, The 99, at evangelization.com (https://ascensionpress.com/pages/the-99-coming-soon)

Holy Week is upon us and we find ourselves faced with the mystery of redemption, symbolized by the crucifix we put on our walls. At this time of year, I always think about a man I knew who would take his crucifix off the wall, and place it right in front of him as we worked. The physical reminder of putting Christ at the center of our lives is powerful. This week, try to meditate on the crucifix. Take it off the wall, and think about a particular station of the cross that speaks to you. Snippet from the Show “Christ died for our sins. The crucifix needs to come off the wall and be placed squarely before our eyes.”

First sermon in a 3-week series called SENT. The church is a group of people called to BE Christ and SHOW Christ to the world.

What does it mean to be in the world but not of the world and how does this affect evangelization? Many people assume there are two ways to approach this notion. On one side is the thought of Christ against culture—that to be loyal to Jesus or the Church I need to run completely away from the world. On the other side is the Christ of culture—that Jesus is the peak and pinnacle of all culture’s greatest desires, aspirations, and hopes. Which one is right? What balance should we strike? Today, Mike and Dave take these two basic concepts and break them down into practical, real life situations. They explain what we should do in regards to the world around us and stress the importance of finding the distinctive Christ element that sets your life apart. We walk a delicate line being in the world and not of it, but Mike and Dave make this line a bit easier to see. Snippet from the Show: “We as Christians have to present some difference from the culture at large, the culture of the world. There has to be something different about our life.” 5 Practical Tips: 1) Spiritual Practice: Do an examination of conscience of a secularist mindset. What parts of your life have you brought in from the culture that you really should not have? 2) Read: Jeremiah 29 (the whole chapter). 3) Go Fishing: Do small pious acts in public. 4) Community: Become a regular at one restaurant. 5) Intercessory Prayer: Pray for the conversion of your favorite secular artist. Resources Mentioned in the Show: Christ and Culture (https://www.amazon.com/Christ-Culture-Torchbooks-Richard-Niebuhr/dp/0061300039) a book by Richard Niebuhr

No matter where we teach, we should be striving to show Christ to our students. Here's 10 ways we can do that each day. Get notes & links at www.teach4theheart.com/showChrist. Join the prayer challenge: www.teach4theheart.com/prayerchallenge. __________________________________________________________ 10 Ways to Show Christ to Our Students If you're a Christian teacher, it shouldn't matter where you teach. Our goal should be the same - to show Christ to our students. Some of us can be more open and apparent, but all of us can and should be intentional about showing Christ and His love in every way we can. When I think about sharing Christ, the first thing that pops into my head is talking about Him. And while we should certainly take advantage of every opportunity we get to talk about God & His truths, just talking about Him isn't enough. Our students need to see Christ in us. We need to showthem who He is. And that's something every one of us can do - no matter where we teach. I wish I could say I'm always a perfect model, but I'm not. None of us are. But with God's help we can continue to grow closer - in our personal walk, in our testimony, and in our portrayal of Him. Let's look at a few ways, in particular, that we can model Christ in our classrooms. How to Model Christ in Our Classrooms Love our students. God is love, and if we want to show Him to our students, we must also love them - all of them. Even the one that's driving us crazy. And it's not enough to just say we love them. We need to show them that we love them. We discuss how in my post "How to Show Real Love to the Kids (Even When They're Not Acting Lovable)." Be kind and understanding. When we're mean or grumpy, we turn students off and are a poor model of the Savior we serve. We must be kind and understanding of our students' struggles. This doesn't mean that we are a pushover. But we can be kind and firm at the same time. And, in fact, we must be. Care more about our students than our policies. Too often we get so entrenched in our policies that we miss the point - that we're here to help our students grow. Sometimes a student needs some mercy. Sometimes we shouldn't be fair. Sometimes what's best for a student doesn't line up perfectly with our plan. In these cases, we must pray for wisdom and remember that the growth and maturity of our students is our main goal. Have high expectations and hold students to them. Caring more about our students than our policies in no case means we should start letting everything go. On the contrary, we must have high expectations. And we must hold students to them. If we're pushovers or wishy-washy, we are a poor example of Christ's authority and leadership. Value integrity. Our society today has little value for integrity, yet we all respect it when we see it. Model integrity in your own life and expect it of your students. Teach them what it looks like, and put forth the effort to help them develop it. Counsel students; don't just hand out punishments. I know that in a busy day, it's much easier to just hand out a detention and be done with it. But if this is all we ever do, we're not going to make much of an impact on our students. We need to take the time to counsel them - whether it's about their behavior in our class or an interpersonal dispute or a tough situation they're facing. Be approachable and show them that you're there to help them grow.  (Check out the post "How to Counsel a Student" for more insight.) Let His truths permeate your conversations and lessons. God's truths should be such a part of us that we can't help but speak them in our daily conversations and in our lessons. And lest those of you in public schools think this doesn't apply to you, realize that God's truths are universal. Our students need to hear them, even if they can't be told straight out that they come from the Bible. Check out this post here for details about what is legally allowed in public schools. Model Christlike living. Our lives should portray Christ, and our conduct should be an example. The Spirit should be evidencing His fruit - love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, self-control. And our lives should be marked by integrity and purity. We would never want our sin to be a stumbling block for our students. Be humble. Servant leadership is a powerful example of Christ and will draw students to Him. When we can set aside our pride, admit our mistakes, and not be easily offended, our students will see a very real difference. Be real. Above all else, we have to be real. Genuine. Ourselves. Students can sense hypocrisy a mile away, and it will turn them off faster than anything. We are not perfect. And we don't always have it all together. When we're authentic about our own struggles, we show them that our faith is real and model how God can work in us to change us and mold us into His image. Take our 21-day prayer challenge! Unleash the power of prayer on your students and school. Simply commit to pray for them for 21 days & see what God will do. Join the Challenge.

1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. 4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, […]

1 Let brotherly love continue. 2 Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. 3 Remember those who are in prison, as though in prison with them, and those who are mistreated, since you also are in the body. 4 Let marriage be held in honor among all, […]

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