God lives in community. And He has done everything needed to welcome us into that oneness. By faith, step into that and find joy around His Table.
Author: jim renke
regional minister for the Upper Mississippi Region of NAB churches. married and father of 4 sons; father-in-law and grandpa to 1 granddaughter (this tribe is my greatest joy). love to see God's Word bring real changes in the lives around me. believe that the local church is God's only plan to offer his life-giving message to a world in need. but often, sadly, we're just not good at it.
I’m Tired… Tired of Christianity
Like you, I read several online papers, I keep track of social media. I even subscribe to 3 email alerts each day for news items with the… Read more “I’m Tired… Tired of Christianity”
3 Ways to Possess What Jesus Came to Bring
This morning I awoke 2 hours before the alarm sounded. I began thinking about Jesus and the season of advent. I started paging through my Bible and… Read more “3 Ways to Possess What Jesus Came to Bring”
5 Things That Make It Possible to Give Hard Thanks
Around the thanksgiving table, many people have the tradition of telling something we are thankful for. It doesn’t take long to think of a few quick answers.… Read more “5 Things That Make It Possible to Give Hard Thanks”
It Might Be Time to Stop Learning Lessons
Have you ever experienced some difficulty in your life and one of your first thoughts is, there must be a lesson I’m supposed to learn? Often we… Read more “It Might Be Time to Stop Learning Lessons”
You are God’s Beautiful Boys and Girls
Last Saturday, my son and I went to see the movie “Beautiful Boy.” I wasn’t sure what I would experience, though I was pretty sure it was… Read more “You are God’s Beautiful Boys and Girls”
A Pastor’s Heavy Heart: 7 Things Your Pastor Carries
I have a unique role. I get to be a pastor to pastors. One of the primary responsibilities in ministry is to care about and care for… Read more “A Pastor’s Heavy Heart: 7 Things Your Pastor Carries”
