Do not underestimate or diminish the voice of young people. Do not box them in as immature and clueless. Do not limit what they are capable of and the influence they may have. People who ridicule young people for voicing their opinions usually have not found their own voice yet and most likely cannot fathom [...]
You tell me not to show too much emotion, raise my hands, or get too excited. You tell me that I need to be quiet and still when I am in His presence. You tell me I should act, think, and speak a certain way in order to be saved. There are many things you [...]
Do not underestimate or diminish the voice of young people. Do not box them in as immature and clueless. Do not limit what they are capable of and the influence they may have. People who ridicule young people for voicing their opinions usually have not found their own voice yet and most likely cannot fathom [...]
"For God's gifts and calling never change" Romans 11:29 God called and anointed David regardless of human opinion. David's Father did not think God would use him, and only thought of him when there was no other choice. Prophet Samuel could not see David's calling. He was more concerned about appearance and stature, for [...]
Four years ago, during a South Lancaster Academy baptism, at the fully packed South Lancaster Village Church of Seventh-day Adventists, our then six year old Joel managed to get away from Joanne, ran towards the platform, and began to climb trying to get into the baptistry. As everyone looked on, I asked him, "Joel, what [...]
Using gender roles to define what a man or woman can do, is missing the point of why God created us in the first place. God never intended for women to solely remain at home, take care of the children, the husband, and the home (not that there is anything wrong with it, I have [...]
Do not conform to assumptions, learn to discover the value and beauty found within others.
Do not apologize for pursuing the dream God gave you. Your dream was made precisely for you! “For I know the plans I have for you” - God (Jeremiah 29:11)
Panel Discussion with Young Ministerial Spouses at the North American Division Ministerial Convention "Called" https://vimeo.com/141453075 Panel discussion begins at 15:50 mark (below) https://vimeo.com/141452902
