Devotional Thought for Today – 04/13/2021

Comfort for the Grieving, Hurting, and Dying Series – Part X Over the past 9 articles, we have looked at the basics of what a Chaplain/Ministerial duties or mission is (provide compassionate care, comfort, and counsel) and the Stages of Grief. We noted the importance of understanding what stage an individual is in so that we can … More Devotional Thought for Today – 04/13/2021

Devotional Thought for Today – 04/09/2021

Comfort for the Grieving, Hurting, and Dying Series – Part – VIII Today we continue our series by looking at the last stage of the 5 Stages of Grief, Acceptance. Many times as Chaplains and Ministers we never see this stage as the individuals we are dealing with have gone home or moved to another facility. That does not … More Devotional Thought for Today – 04/09/2021

APRIL IS SECOND CHANCE MONTH

Every person has dignity and potential. But approximately 1 in 3 American adults has a criminal record, which limits their access to education, jobs, housing, and other things they need to reach that potential. Since launching the first Second Chance® Month in 2017, Prison Fellowship® has spearheaded the nationwide effort to raise awareness about these barriers and … More APRIL IS SECOND CHANCE MONTH

A surprising response to “The Great Commission”

This was shocking and should be of serious concern to everyone calling themselves Pastor, Elder, Preacher, etc. James 3:1 In today’s Barna Highlight, we’re sharing another bite-sized finding you can use to become a more informed leader. Just because a word or phrase is common in church leadership, doesn’t mean it’s common among churchgoers. For … More A surprising response to “The Great Commission”

Devotional Thought for Today – 04/06/2021

Comfort for the Grieving, Hurting, and Dying Series – Part V Today we continue our series by looking at the third stage of the 5 Stages of Grief, Bargaining. Everytime I think of someone trying to bargain with someone, (I am speaking under duress of some sort) two things come to mind (neither advantageous), first is the legend of … More Devotional Thought for Today – 04/06/2021

James Madison’s views on Freedom of Conscience

American Minute with Bill Federer Lockdowns on Virginia Baptists shaped James Madison’s views on Freedom of Conscience In times of crisis, people turn to Christ, and following the crisis of the French and Indian War, there was a move towards religion in the colonies. Virginia’s government, though, was established Anglican and imposed strict lockdowns on unapproved church gatherings. A Virginia historical marker reads: … More James Madison’s views on Freedom of Conscience