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Where Relentless Confidence Comes From

February 4, 2014Mike Leake

Yesterday I noted the relentless confidence of John Newton. He had such a confidence in the power of God to change human hearts that he was able to practice what John Piper has called a habitual tenderness. It’s what makes… Continue Reading →

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How Would You Respond to This Hypocrite?

February 3, 2014Mike Leake 2 Comments

Imagine with me that you are a well-respected pastor. You’ve been serving at your church now for about eight years. Things are going well and you are beginning to gain respect in the larger world of evangelicalism. A new pastor… Continue Reading →

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How to Play a Gospel Djembe

January 14, 2014Mike Leake

Djembe. Pronounce it the way you would if you were introducing your friend Jim Bey to a pretty girl. It’s an African drum that you play with your bare hands. I’ve tried learning to play it but I lack the… Continue Reading →

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Celebrity Pastors and Coaches

January 7, 2014Mike Leake 3 Comments

Isiah Thomas. Love him or hate him, the dude could play basketball.  An exceptional passer, Thomas averaged 9.3 assists per game over his 13 year career. Though he never could master the correct spelling of Isaiah, it is obvious that… Continue Reading →

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