by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to Move Forward with Faith and Purpose 2: Learn Important Lessons from the Past The past offers us more than just nostalgia; it provides critical lessons for the present. Hebrews 12:1-2 reminds us of the “great cloud of witnesses” whose stories inspire us to stay...
by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to Move Forward with Faith and Purpose 1: Remember God’s Faithfulness in the Past When you’re leading your church through uncertain times or standing at a crossroads, one of the most important things you can do is remember God’s faithfulness in the past. Acts...
by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
How to Move Forward with Faith and Purpose Church leaders have a complicated relationship with the past. The past can feel like a double-edged sword—on one hand a rich source of wisdom and tradition, yet on the other an anchor that can stifle a ministry’s progress....
by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
If you subscribe to my weekly newsletter, you’ll know that I started a new segment this year called My Favorite Things. Where I share links to some of my favorite stuff in the most random of categories. At this year-end time of reflection, I thought I’d put my top 5...
by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Do you have a system that you use to personally assess last year and prepare yourself for next year? The week between Christmas and New Years can be a great time to reflect. Find a quiet place with just a journal, a pen, or a note taking app and a cup of coffee. It...
by Derek Sanford | Dec 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Christmas is a time for lists. Lists of gifts to buy. Lists of guests to invite to the Christmas party. Lists of friends’ addresses who will receive the annual holiday letter. Lists of volunteers for the Christmas Eve Services. May I propose another list this...
