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Christian Hypocrites

William · April 21, 2013January 9, 2014

It is a common Christian stereotype, and it is what often keeps people out of the church. There was a fairly large study conducted not long ago, which was published in a book called unChristian. In it, there is a 25 page chapter dedicated to this description of Christians: hypocritical. hypocrisy: “the practice of claiming …

Endless Hallelujah Worship Dance

William · March 25, 2013January 9, 2014

Dance choreographed by Lynn Knelsen. Performed at Wimborne Alliance Church on March 24, 2013. Music is “Endless Hallelujah” by Matt Redman.

Why You Need Bible College

William · February 16, 2013January 9, 2014

This post will be a shameless plug for Prairie Bible Institute. I believe it is important for all Christians (yes, ALL Christians!) to experience at least one year of Bible College, and I believe Prairie offers an excellent option for those considering a one year program. Here are some reasons: 1. Understand what you believe. …

Why Gay Pride is Despised by God

William · February 10, 2013January 9, 2014

These thoughts came out of a class discussion on sin and salvation. The question was asked, can a professing Christian lose their salvation, and if so, at what point is salvation lost? We were studying Hebrews chapter 3:12-14, which provides a warning about falling away from God because of sin. The question of losing one’s …

Christian, be of benefit to all

William · January 18, 2013January 9, 2014

Thoughts from a Puritan prayer. Christians, let us in every situation: escape the temptations to which we are exposed, work diligently at all the tasks given to us, enjoy with moderation all the benefits of awarded us, improve the usefulness of those same benefits, And may every place and every person we encounter be benefitted …

Availability as a Leader

William · January 14, 2013January 9, 2014

These are my teaching notes from a short session on being available as a leader, which I taught at the Prairie Student Leadership Retreat on January 12, 2013. — “How can I lead people into the quiet place beside the still waters if I am in perpetual motion? How can I persuade a person to …