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Our Wednesday Evenings, Or One Reason I’m an Excited Pastor

September 6, 2016Mike Leake 2 Comments

I don’t often share specific things about our local church, but I’m really excited about something the Lord is doing in our midst and I wanted to share with you. About six months ago we realized that we had a… Continue Reading →

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One Danger of Being an Insecure Minister

August 31, 2016Mike Leake 1 Comment

When I first started doing ministry I was terribly insecure. God still used me, all wasn’t lost, but I was a mess. Truth be told, I still am. But the words of John Newton ring true over this area of… Continue Reading →

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Twisting Scriptures As a Means to Your Congregation’s Joy

August 29, 2016Mike Leake

I’m one of those guys who gets incredibly annoyed seeing an athlete with a Philippians 4:13 tattoo. I’m happy when they give Jesus props for his help with their success—that’s certainly better than not giving God glory. I’m annoyed, though,… Continue Reading →

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Church Discipline in a Culture of Outrage

August 26, 2016Mike Leake 1 Comment

I’m a pretty firm believer in the biblical practice of church discipline. Maybe I should back that up and say that I’m a firm believer in the biblical practice of member to member accountability and consistently pursuing reconciliation, and if… Continue Reading →

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