Learning to answer the Spirit
Dave ShieldsOn Sunday night, I made a very major decision that I would not have imagined I would ever make. I turned in a resignation for my position as the lead…
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Gods words, not mine
As a pastor a few years ago, I remember what it felt like when God would take my words and speak for me. It was amazing to hear words that…
Courageous
It’s been some time since I posted here, been very busy with things not related to spiritual growth and that’s been part of the problem. I am going through my…
A Few Funny Moments in ESL
It has been a considerable amount of time since I have posted anything here. To be honest, the only reason is that I have simply been too busy to post…
Changing Angles
After submitting my resume, providing many different references, and weeks of waiting. I have been declined the Youth Ministry position I was seeking at a local church. I have to…
A Great Analogy for Christian Life…
I am in the process of finishing out the last few pages of Brennan Manning’s wonderful book “The Ragamuffin Gospel” and I came across a story that seemed very familiar…
Open to Options again
It has been over a year since I started at Agape Baptist church and I have been cooling my heels and regrouping myself spiritually. However, on Valentine’s Day this week,…
Yo Hablo Español Un Poco
Hello friends! I am excited to tell you that God has led me to a new ministry opportunity in my home church of Northwest Baptist Church, OKC. I have been…
Changing Tides
It has been some time since I was able to update this blog with anything substantial and although I don’t like the fact that it happened, it was a necessary…
The Onset of August
August, the ‘work month’ has led to several things happening in my life both physical and spiritual. It is certainly the time of the year when things start getting busier.…