I sometimes hear about churches who have been criticized for “dumbing down the Gospel.” Usually, the criticism is about their use of modern music, their preaching of practical sermons, or that they are getting too big because they are “too entertaining” and “only telling people what they want to hear.” Well, there are certainly a few…Continue Reading “5 Ways To “Dumb Down” The Gospel”
“Have you run out of those nice, shiny daggers?” – Samwise Gamgee, “Lord of the Rings” I felt a little bad for Sam in the movie, “The Lord of the Rings, (extended edition)” when he received a rope and all of his pals received “shiny daggers.” But things turned around later in the story when…Continue Reading “SHINY DAGGERS”
It happens every time. I love the freedom I enjoy in the United States of America to participate in the process of electing our President and other governmental representatives, but I hate what it usually brings out in people as we head toward the day when we cast our votes. Too often during this time,…Continue Reading “A Guide For American Christians In Presidential Election Years”
Some of you may know that my oldest son, Matt, is a Pastor serving in Philadelphia, PA as one of the Pastors at The Block Church, but you may not have known that he is also a graphic designer & illustrator. Matt has recently designed a “Signature Series” illustration for Ministry Backpack, that is now…Continue Reading “Ministry Backpack | Matt Leckie Signature Illustration”
Ephesians 6:10-11 – 10 Finally, be strengthened by the Lord and by his vast strength. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can stand against the schemes of the devil. — (CSB) In fencing, a defensive move with your weapon is called a “parry.“ Now the interesting thing about a parry…Continue Reading “The Devil’s Parry: Getting “Slightly Off Course” In Ministry”
I rediscovered this song I wrote several years ago, and thought someone might need to hear it and pray it today… “Turn My Life Around” Words & Music © 2001 Johnny Leckie Video Featuring Footage By: LEIF ELIASSON http://aperture-11.blogspot.fr/ ADAM BURNS https://vimeo.com/user17376186 BRODY DAVIS http://www.brodyjdavis.com/ “Big Sur” | TIM WILLIAMS @TIMALLDAY https://vimeo.com/timw GRAHAME KELAHER https://vimeo.com/user16504279…Continue Reading “Turn My Life Around”
MINISTRY BACKPACK PODCAST EPISODE 41 SHOW NOTES Summary: In This Episode, I talk about 3 Important Lessons I learned and was reminded of on my Prayer & Planning Retreat in a Cabin on the Mountain. TODAY’S SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: The Ministry Backpack Patreon Page SOME HIGHLIGHTS AND LINKS FROM TODAY’S SHOW: “Wallace &…Continue Reading “MBP 041: Thoughts From The Cabin – 3 Lessons For Ministry”
Nightstand | Links, Reads & Stuff found along the way A few things to chew on at the end of your day… Reads “5 Reasons Charismatic Churches Are Growing And Attractional Churches Are Past Peak” – Cary Nieuwhof Cary Nieuwhof is always on the forefront of looking ahead with insights for the North American Church….Continue Reading “Nightstand – Links, Reads & Stuff Found Along The Way”
If you’re anything like me, you are committed to being in ministry for the long haul. You want to be serving God and people through your ministry for the rest of your life. Sadly, this is not always the case, as people are dropping out of ministry in record numbers, these days. The reasons why…Continue Reading “11 Ways To Bring The Joy Back To Your Ministry”
Scripture makes it clear that there is wisdom in seeking advice from a variety of counselors. “Plans go wrong for lack of advice; many counselors bring success.” – Proverb 15:22 (NLT) Scripture also makes it clear that some advice is to be avoided. “In the mouth of a fool, a proverb becomes as limp as…Continue Reading “Wisdom Filter”
