A global representative recently said, "Teachability trumps talent!"

I’ve designed and developed a teachability quotient exercise for you. Please take it by

following the hyperlink below.

Teachability

Quotient

If for some reason the shortened hyperlink doesn’t work then:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflVQWUX6D2iqTPncpf99WUcgK8ljYg6sTMA5NOsft7uwvdmg/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Anthony Mangun said, “A good leader begins with an unwavering belief in what he is doing and refuses to quit, pressing on in spite of setbacks and roadblocks. Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish. In a race, it doesn’t matter who starts, but who finishes. Those who persist, prevail.

She says it takes about seventeen seconds to shift from fight mode. This can be as easy as thinking about gratitude. Otherwise, we retrigger negative thoughts and feelings.

Is it true?

Is it kind?

Is it helpful?

The Faith Chapter tells us "He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him" (Hebrews 11:6). What are you earnestly, energetically, persistently seeking? Seek His face and not just His hand in your life.

God allows "tests" to bring out the best in us. The adversary sends "temptations" in an attempt to bring out the worst in us.

"Trust" is a basic Christian principle or attribute, but one that seems difficult to develop.

Reflect and evaluate after an event.

Check your gauges!

Kill the snake.

Eat the frog

This episode reveals a little tip on decision-making gained through experience.

We have a quest for identity.

To be identified for what we do and who we are.

We want to be remembered.

Step in from offstage: Simon of Cyrene. Noted in three of the four Gospels.

No matter which account you read they basically say the same thing.

But don’t mention all that much, really.

Why mention him at all?

Maybe to teach a little about remaining anonymous.

He isn’t special.

He does what others could have done.

He’s mentioned performing the type of task most of us wouldn’t remember.

“Many of us spend too much time trying to be unforgettable or do something remarkable. We feel resentment creeping into our gut when our efforts go unnoticed" (Sean Palmer).

This podcast episode looks at the biblical character of Barnabas and the host's personal experience and the recent loss of two amazing encouragers in his life, and the lives of others, Sister Ella Rhoads, and Sister Evangeline Rodenbush. Both of these precious ladies leave behind so many memories and a godly example worthy of emulation.

Sister Evangeline Rodenbush's celebration of life is happening the same day as the release of this podcast episode. She loved limitlessly, cared courageously, prayed perpetually, defended definitely, mentored meticulously, encouraged extravagantly, believed best, and was a forever friend, first-class! Let us faithfully follow her extraordinary example!

His name only appears eight times in Scripture and four of those only in lists.

Out of great doubt concerning the resurrection came great revelation.

Could we be considered a twin to Thomas in our viewpoint and perspective?

Probably so, but also remember that Thomas was committed, courageous, loyal, passionate, and chosen.

Complexities of ministry require us to be able, with clarity, to discern the voice of God at times of great distraction.

He gave the best he had to give.

Jesus never requires more of us than we are able to give!

1. Living out of the Overflow (Richard Blackaby)
2. Together is Better (Simon Sinek)
3. Good to Great in God's Eyes (Chip Ingram)
4. 10 Power Principles for Christian Service (Warren Wiersbe)
5. The Bumps are what You Climb On (Warren Wiersbe)

1. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Barbara Robinson)
2. Shofar Blew (Francine Rivers)
3. Tale of Three Kings (Gene Edwards)
4. Preaching with Freshness (Bruce Mawhinney)
5. The Mind of a Missionary (David Joannes)

Each day we wake knowing this is the day the Lord has made. Days turn into weeks. Weeks into months. a Year is an accumulation of the individual days the Lord has made. Not all are good. Not all are bad. But, mixed together we are able to count our many blessings and be content.

"Content" and "contentment" are keys words in this podcast episode.

CSi has been working to assist the Philippines after the typhoons there. Now they are attempting to rally support for Central America and have already given some funds.

Mike explains how creatives can become helpful in missions and talks to us about unorthodox trails.

One can give through http://www.compassionservices.org/

There you can give to Central America or to the Philippines.

If interested in specifically giving to Guatemala:

Giving can be done via Global Cause:

http://igfn.us/vf/Thompson

Use the Donation: Miscellaneous

This account is set aside for Disaster Relief

Like is said,, "to the world you may be one person but to one person you may very well be the world."

a.    So, if you are wondering what I’m up to, or aiming at, that’s it! I know it’s broad but I’m not a very good archer so I need a big target for ultimate success.

b.    Everyone likes to start out on a trip knowing the destination and the stopping places along the way.

c.     Otherwise, like it was said in Alice in Wonderland, I believe: "if you don’t know where you are going any road will take you there."

2.   So, I want to give you a heads up on what will be happening in PPP World over the next few months.

3.   Illustrations. I used to visit different events and conferences in Africa and would start my speaking with, “I have a story!”

a.    Mixed in there somewhere was “Whether in the spirit or out of the spirit I cannot tell OR whether here or there I cannot tell.”

b.    The PPP producer/engineer and his good wife probably remember both of those little tidbits.

4.   So, we are embarking on an illustration-driven series of podcast episodes.

a.    Pulling some of my favorite memories from the past, presenting them in the present, promising to be a blessing to your future.

b.    I know they say illustrations shouldn’t overpower your preaching or teaching or speaking.

c.     But illustrations open the window for an understanding of whatever topic is being hammered a way at. They help us drive a well driven nail into whatever is being said.

d.    Illustrations can be remembered long after all the details of the message are gone and can remind you of what the point was in the first place. 

“In many ways the success of preaching depends upon the success of the illustration. An idea without an accompanying illustration is like an airplane without wings; the idea is not going to fly. The most successful preachers soon discover that illustrations have a way of personalizing the message, of attaching an address to it. As preachers, when we fail to use illustrations, it's the same as writing a lengthy letter but failing to address the envelope before mailing it" (W. Floyd Bresee).

Have a prayer partner, prayer time, and prayer place.

Try:

1. Praying the Word
2. Prayer Walk (in the Sanctuary)
3. Prayer Journal
4. Prayer Proclamations
5. Playlist Prayers
6. Prayer Texts, E-mails, Cards
7. On-the-spot Prayers

Do something to appreciate your pastor today. You will be glad you did. And so will he or she. In fact, they may just preach a little better next Sunday because of your kindness.

Scripture (what verse sticks out to you).

Observation (what do do you think about the verse?)

Application (How do you apply the verse to your life?)

Prayer (How can you pray concerning this, for yourself and for others?)

Using Hebrews 11:33-35, Poitras does a quick study using the SOAP Method of Bible Study. You've heard of Faith Hall of Fame, of Faith Hall of Heroes. But this podcast episode deals with Faith's Hall of Gain.

How do I know the will of God for my life?

1.     Present myself as a living sacrifice

2.     Refuse to be conformed to this world.

3.     Allow myself to be transformed by the renewing of my mind

4.     This allows me to prove the good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God 

The biggest competition to do the will of God is a four letter word: L.I.F.E.

“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did” (Mark Twain). 

Despite unsettling circumstance God was the shield, protector, and provider.

Snail mail, motorbikes, apostolic greetings, prayer, and fasting help tell the story.

The bottom line: Seek first the kingdom. Get the priorities right and all that is needed is added.

So, just keep your head on straight. God's best is on the way!

All night on a bench in the airport. Watched over by a doctor from India/ No phone. No telegram. Just elbows to get on the plane the next day.

Taxi down a dirt road. Where is this guy taking me? Only a post office box for the missionary. Hours later: Arrived. Slept seventeen hours. "Is she dead?," they thought!

No, but found the place where God knows she fit. Learned to listen to His voice when He said and says go, do, speak!

God makes the call.

Have sense to answer.

It's so difficult to set goals during the pandemic. Have you ever tried sprint goals?

Run the full speed at the short distance. "Sprint goals" entail a set period of time, typically two to four weeks, which specific tasks must be completed.

It really works!

The trio looks at the spiritual life of Elijah, his showdown and spiraling to emotional, physical, spiritual, distress.

Candra gives excellent tips on how to deal with exhaustion, emotional struggles, isolation, and desolation. Melinda and Cylinda also add their ministerial perspective.

We are safe.

We are close.

We share a common future.

Cylinda amazingly was very active in the coma and so was everyone around her. An active imagination? God at work? Both? You decide! Remember, though, God has the final say. Approach this with an open mind and heart.

She is now the Executive Director of Compassion Services International. We are called to GO in one form or another.

Here is the contact information:

Compassion Services International 

Phone: 501.628.8404 

Email: CNickel@compassionservices.org

Web: compassionservices.org 

Climb out the rut. Escape the freeway of the rat race. Pull up a lawn chair and be shut in with the One that often speaks with the still, small voice. Can you hear him? Above the wind! Above the sound of the birds. He is speaking. Will you listen?