Tag Archives: Maturity

THE MASTER’S INVESTMENT – US!

Posted on January 2, 2015 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus Let me begin with the statement that I was taught as a child and that I still believe. You cannot out give God! The Master invests in us by giving us what we need and more, … Continue reading →

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KEEP THE LAMP FED

Posted on January 1, 2015 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus “Missed it by that much” said often by one of my favorite characters, in television’s Get Smart episodes and later a good movie. The agent, Maxwell Smart, took pride in being prepared for anything that might … Continue reading →

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THE ARRIVAL

Posted on December 31, 2014 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus It’s happened more than once to me as I prepare for “big events”. This past summer I was the teacher of students who were going to invent the “perfect” contraption to protect a raw egg as … Continue reading →

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HERE’S YOUR SIGN…

Posted on December 29, 2014 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus – The Return We are always looking for signs for everything! We look for signs as we travel to specific locations, so we won’t miss all the turns. We look for signs of betrayal, signs of … Continue reading →

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HOW ‘BOUT THOSE LAKERS?

Posted on December 28, 2014 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus – Truth As a generality, we do typically do not like confrontation. We either change the subject, run from it, avoid it, stay and deliver it or receive it. Whatever the choice, it is not pleasant … Continue reading →

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WANT TO STAND OUT? THEN STEP DOWN!

Posted on December 27, 2014 by randscallawayffm

The Story of Jesus “I want to be just like you!” Have you ever heard that said to you or watched a young person you are mentoring or counseling begin to look to you for answers to their problems? DANGER … Continue reading →

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ENJOY LIVING AS A CHILD OF THE KING!

Posted on October 31, 2014 by randscallawayffm

(The Story of Jesus) We left off yesterday with words from Jesus that essentially said, “Grow up!” What does that look like? What does it mean to be grow up and mature? And why must we even ask that question? … Continue reading →

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #6: ENCOURAGE AND COMPENSATE!

Posted on May 25, 2014 by randscallawayffm

I don’t know why this is so hard, but a simple, appreciative thank you coupled with sweet, sincere words like, “You’re doing a good work at our church”, “I see Jesus in you when you…”, “I can tell you do … Continue reading →

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TIMOTHY AND TITUS Leadership Principle #5: LEAD ALL AGES

Posted on May 24, 2014 by randscallawayffm

There are many phases of a person’s life, therefore our teaching should adjust to the audience at hand. Our preaching is for all ages, but in the smaller setting we should not ignore any particular age group. We do not … Continue reading →

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HOW LONG MUST I WAIT?

Posted on May 1, 2014 by randscallawayffm

The Psalmist is having another bad day as we read the next few passages. His prayer today is about the wait. “I faint with longing for your salvation; but I have put my hope in your word. My eyes are straining … Continue reading →

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