"Covid-19"

Dear Roger,   What in the world is all this about a COVID-19 vaccine being the work of the devil or the satanic mark of the beast from Revelation 13? …

[…] there’s going to be a lot of people making decisions in the midst of this COVID-19 that they will later regret. We see some of the things going on …

[…] home, shelter in place, etc.) These restrictions are especially limiting in regions very hard-hit by COVID-19 and communities of older individuals at high risk of a serious form of …

[…] Post Traumatic COVID Disorder. Anne Marie Chaker writes, “The whipsaw of renewed gloom from the Covid-19 Delta variant following the burst of optimism from spring vaccinations makes the current …

[…] The combination of streaming media, video conferencing, and data-informed ministry made ministry possible during the Covid-19 pandemic. Quite literally, it was the lifeline that kept churches connected and, in …

[…] spectrum theologically and denominationally, we all share the same experience of leading a church through COVID-19. We are worn out. I know you’re tired as well. This has been …

[…] am going to be answering some of the questions you have sent in regarding handling COVID-19 anxiety, and coping with social distancing and staying at home. Many of us …

[…] believe that the church has been at her creative best in the midst of this COVID-19 outbreak. On a micro level, I’ve sat back and marveled at how the …

Here’s what Pastor John Piper said when he was speaking to children about COVID-19.  “I’m 74 years old. That means I’m old enough to be your granddad and maybe your …

[…] do you measure anxiety? None of us knows what lies ahead of us with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation. When scientists’ predictions range from tens of thousands to 10 million …

Pastor John Piper was asked “How Do We Make Sense of the Coronavirus?” Here is his thoughtful answer: “How do I make sense of this? How do you get understanding?”…

[…] spectrum theologically and denominationally, we all share the same experience of leading a church through COVID-19. We are worn out. I know you’re tired as well. This has been …

[…] business, the loss of a loved one, or a child that takes extra care. Put COVID-19 into the mix, a massive disruption of daily life, a global shut down …

[…] truly feels like something we’d only see in a Hollywood movie — not real life. COVID-19 has not only spread across the world at record levels, but it’s also …

[…] truly feels like something we’d only see in a Hollywood movie — not real life. COVID-19 has not only spread across the world at record levels, but it’s also …

Four of my closest friends are widows. Jennifer, a pastor’s wife, lost her godly spouse after his long, grueling bout with brain cancer. My friend Eileen walked into her bedroom…

What challenges will pastors and churches face in this decade? Will ministry ever come more easily? As you know, the last five years have been tough on leaders. Really tough. Pandemic…

As you know, the last five years have been tough on leaders. Really tough. Pandemic or no pandemic, every leader has realized we’re not in Kansas anymore. In fact, we’re not quite…

As churches slowly reopen their physical doors, church leaders are all asking the same question: who will still be around? It’s a great question. And not an easy one to answer.…

We’re being told to wash our hands, and to wash our hands a lot. Well, as you wash your hands, I want you to wash somebody else’s feet. I want…

[…] three questions related to our finances and needed perspective during these challenging times with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis. Honestly, our needs as Christ followers right now are the same …

The COVID-19 global pandemic is a crisis we’ve never seen before. I started thinking about the word crisis and the different meanings for it. And the definition that really caught my attention: …

[…] Years from now, when I think about the impactful memories that stood out during the COVID-19 contagion, the following will certainly come to mind: Our pastor running to the …

[…] terrifying trend of determining who lives or dies? Sincerely, Julie Dear Julie, Your observations about COVID-19 pose many questions. What is a human life worth? How are we responding …

“If an individual Christian does not show love toward other true Christians, the world has a right to judge that he or she is not a Christian.” —Francis Schaeffer I…

[…] three questions related to our finances and needed perspective during these challenging times with the COVID-19 (coronavirus) crisis. Honestly, our needs as Christ followers right now are the same …

[…] lives. But Dr. Russell Moore addresses these issues wisely. “As the entire world faces the COVID-19 pandemic crisis, states and municipalities are working to contain the virus, as best …

[…] and agenda. With externally-driven change, you control none of that, including control over the outcome. COVID-19, and the radical changes it has wrought on the world and daily life, …

[…] Estimates on deaths are difficult to analyze because many inflicted had multiple health issues. But COVID-19 spreads like wildfire, even though many cases are mild or undiagnosed. This is …

“Faith over fear.” It’s one of those Christian slogans that is undeniably true, and, at the same time, less helpful than it may seem. To be sure, our lives as…

[…] Eve. While God has created us for community, sin is magnified and multiplied in community. COVID-19 COMMUNITY The challenge of community has become even greater during this quarantined season. …

So, in light of everything that’s changed and been disrupted so far in 2020, what future church trends should you be watching as a leader? I usually do a church…

Playing into Satan’s Strategy The increase in Christians bickering over non-essentials doesn’t seem to be a passing phase. And it injures our witness, inviting eye rolls and mockery from unbelievers…

You’ve heard people say that marriage can be hard, but you didn’t know it could be this hard. You married with the hope of sharing your life with someone who’s…

When leading through uncertainty, you must display your humanity. You have to be vulnerable, transparent, real. The people who are looking to you need to experience your empathy because they…

Jesus never seemed to be in a hurry. He lived and interacted with others at the speed of walking. He had time for people. He was relaxed. However, for most…

The world needs leaders, especially during times of uncertainty. But not just any leaders. King Nebuchadnezzar was humbled by God in a drastic way, but learned from his suffering to…

How do you seek God? You pursue a relationship while simultaneously submitting to his rule, his authority, where he has the last word over your word, over your thoughts, over…

The command  “don’t worry” comes from Jesus. In Matthew chapter 6, verses 25 to 34, Jesus says “Stop worrying”, in verse 25, 31, and 34. Stop it. Now you say,…

How long till we get back to normal? You keep waiting all you want. Or you can worship. You could keep resisting, or you can receive. I love what God…

We need to build our faith on a strong foundation that will protect us when the storms rage. Because a man is the foundation of our society, anything a spiritually-strong…

We all face death. Every day. Especially this year. How do you cope? 1. Don’t fear death. Anticipate it with joy. Paul said it best, “And I trust that my…

God is portrayed in Scripture as full of light. He has a bright radiance, seen by Moses and Elijah and Isaiah and the apostle John and shown in Christ at…

Our world is always one push-button away from annihilation. If stocks plunge, nest eggs disappear. Pandemic fears fill our hearts. Don’t even get me started discussing global warming, moral depravity…

Did you know that an observant Jew says a bare minimum of one hundred blessings per day? Those blessings cover the gamut of human experience. They offer a blessing before…

Dear Roger, Please help me build my relationship with God while I’m isolated from my church and others. Sincerely, Ronnie Dear Ronnie, I would love to help! I’ve put together…

Dear Roger, The problems that face our country are not going away. Division, violence, disease is everywhere. I’ve noticed that many of my friends and family members—many people I see…

Dear Roger, The needy are increasing every day as the coronavirus continues to disrupt everyday life.. I’d like some guidelines on what the Bible says about generosity. Can you help? Many people…

Dear Roger, I see nations fighting an invisible enemy. Could these collaborative strategies mean we are headed for a one-world government to solve our problems? Isn’t this the very stage…

Dear Roger, This Coronavirus is so frightening. People seem to be losing their minds and I wonder if it could be detrimental to not only our health but our faith.…

  Dear Roger,   Let’s be honest. I’m a Christian and I’m scared. It seems like the globalization of our world teeters on the brink of collapse. I worry about …

I want to talk today about you. There are a lot of questions about what kind of unique witness should the church have at a time like this—how do you…

Flight crews routinely announce, “If you’re traveling with a child or someone who requires assistance, in the case of an emergency, secure your own oxygen mask first before helping the…

How do I deal with the loneliness of social distancing and home quarantine? First, look at your loneliness—look at it differently. Take the time you now have on your hands…

We are facing worldwide crises daily.  Many people are struggling with fear over the future. As followers of Jesus, what should our response be? One Chinese pastor wrote, “We are…

Spring 2020?  It’s time for a deep breath, a steady resolve and a few decisions. I’m thinking of three essential, emotional tools. Gratitude. Collect your blessings. Catalog God’s kindnesses. Assemble…

By now you’ve realized that the Coronavirus pandemic is not an interruption nearly as much as it’s a disruption. And as you move more deeply through this crisis, the question…

I saw a post on Facebook that compared the Coronavirus to a storm. For the majority of us, it’s just a little sprinkle. It affects us, but not in a…

How do you shelter in place? Are you climbing the walls? I have learned this skill over many years. So many people have asked how I’m doing during the quarantine.…

Many of us are stuck at home right now, and all our usual activities are either cancelled or forbidden. So, how do we make the best of a difficult situation?…

Like it or not, digital is your new default as a leader. Everyone’s world has changed radically in the last week. And it will likely change even more in the…

[…] (which is what this post is trying to do), it’s still uncertain what’s ahead. As COVID-19 fades, we enter into a new era of instability and unpredictability, which most …

[…] time when you tried to pour new wine into an old wineskin? What happened? 3. COVID-19 has changed our lives completely. In what ways, good or bad, has your …

[…] and pains of this disconnect as we witness unrest related to race, police and community, COVID-19 and other forms of present-day calamity and strife. Reviewing the battle of David …

[…] before that. But actually starting to change how we think and how we live is difficult. The COVID-19 pandemic has really forced us to change. In many ways it has blown …

[…]   Sincerely, José   Dear José,   IT’S TIME TO GET SERIOUS ABOUT PRAYER.   Covid-19 is running wild as it kills hundreds of thousands and stymies a worldwide …

[…] of structures and forms to continue positive ministry during times of pandemic. I doubt that COVID-19 will be the last of its kind! For example, 10 or so families …

[…] spiritually fed there any longer. Maybe you are frustrated with how your church has handled Covid-19. In this five-part series we will explore appropriate reasons for leaving a church, …

[…] certainly contributed to it. Statistically, divorces are up 34% percent compared to last year, before COVID-19 hit. Divorce is a life-changing decision. You may be happily married, not thinking …

[…] quit trekking across ten acres I started gaining weight.   And then, in March 2020 Covid-19 hit us all and it felt like the entire world had moved into …

[…] days, pray to God for your health and that God would halt the spread of COVID-19. But these prayers ought to lead us even deeper, to prayers for spiritual …

[…] we are experiencing now we’d only see in a Hollywood movie — not real life. COVID-19 has not only spread across the world at record levels, but it’s also …

[…] are, without question, sentient creatures which thrive on affection, which they never had before.” When COVID-19 hit in 2020, global travel restrictions kept Abernethy from visiting Emma for an …

[…] our Good Shepherd. While all the needs mentioned can surface at any time, the current COVID-19 situation has pushed specific needs to the surface for many. What area of …

[…] transmitted to humans by bats, rats, birds, and monkeys: bubonic plague, ebola, avian flu, and COVID-19, just to name a few. Plague #6: Boils   Boils infected all Egyptians. Some …

[…] have killed millions: smallpox; typhus; bubonic plague; polio, whooping cough; mustard gas; tuberculosis, and now, COVID-19. Now, imagine all these coming together at the same time all over the …

[…] not in, or close, to my same socioeconomic level. Recently, I volunteered to help with COVID-19 vaccinations. For the first time in my life, I noticed the many people …