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Why I’ve Stopped Following Mark Driscoll and How I Hope to Learn From Him

March 4, 2014Mike Leake 4 Comments

In my early days of blogging I was a fan of Mark Driscoll. I devoured his books, bookmarked his articles, and always defended him from his detractors. I didn’t agree with everything but I was convinced that his trajectory was… Continue Reading →

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Dealing with Inappropriate Criticism

November 5, 2013Mike Leake 1 Comment

“You really shouldn’t wear that color of shirt when you preach…”, said the brave man to the discouraged pastor. This wouldn’t be the last time that the red-faced man would give his opinion on all things insignificant. And he wouldn’t… Continue Reading →

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Should I Respond To This Comment?

November 16, 2012Mike Leake

Early on in my ministry (both writing and in the local church) I felt the need to respond to every criticism. Now I do not. Awhile back I spent some time thinking through how to determine whether or not to… Continue Reading →

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Proverbs for Christian Blogging: How to Tell If I Really Desire Wisdom

May 15, 2012Mike Leake 2 Comments

    Whoever corrects a scoffer gets himself abuse,         and he who reproves a wicked man incurs injury.     Do not reprove a scoffer, or he will hate you;         reprove a wise man, and he will love you.    … Continue Reading →

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