Pastor Kyle was lamenting his job As his head was starting to throb. He was squeezing a sponge, Had a toilet to plunge. “I was hired to preach, not toContinue readingPastor Appreciation, Indeed!
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Mixed Messages
On Palm Sunday it was a privilege to perform to over 5,000 people in three services at a church in the Los Angeles area. It has been a while sinceContinue readingMixed Messages
Is it Live or…
Remember the old commercial with the slogan “Is it Live or is it Memorex?” The conclusion that Memorex wanted you to draw was that quality of the recording would beContinue readingIs it Live or…
Your Stories are the Best Stories.
I was excited to hear a well-known author and speaker address a conference I was attending. I’d read this man’s books and had always been impressed with his stories andContinue readingYour Stories are the Best Stories.
When Transparency and Authenticity become TMI! –
I Wish You Hadn’t Told Me That! “I really liked your transparency in the sharing of your story.” I appreciated the compliment. I had just finished sharing my presentation ofContinue readingWhen Transparency and Authenticity become TMI! –
The Trouble with Labels
I cringed when I saw the sign in front of the church: Chuck Neighbors Theatrical Sermon The image that leaped into my mind was not one I wanted to embrace.Continue readingThe Trouble with Labels
To Memorize or Not To Memorize
I went to see a performance of an actor performing a straight scripture presentation. He was a good performer and commanded the stage well. But after a while I foundContinue readingTo Memorize or Not To Memorize
Those Comfort Zones
The “comfort zone.” What comes to your mind when you hear those words? Is it a good thing or a bad thing? I guess it depends. For me, when IContinue readingThose Comfort Zones