I was recently on a panel discussion regarding revival. The participants were Byron Paulus, Erwin Lutzer, Jim Cymbala, Bill Elliff, and myself. We are, to say the least, a diverse group with various backgrounds and different churches. We probably have theological differences on some secondary issues, but our heart is one on the subject of the need for revival. All of us long for revival and have studied revival. We know the “facts” of revival from a historical context and even, to some extent, from personal experience. Continue reading “Can Two Walk Together? (My Support of OneCry)”
Author: Michael Catt
It Matters
Several weeks ago, I was privileged to read a new book by my friend Andy Andrews, a New York Times bestselling author. The book is entitled How Do You Kill 11 Million People? Why the Truth Matters More than You Think. I was stunned. But, more than that, I was fearful that people would ignore this book because it’s not one of Andy’s “typical” books. This book cuts to the core of the issues facing America today. I’ve read everything Andy has written. I’ve used his stories. But this, by far, is the most important book he’s done.
I Find Myself Reenergized
Although I just turned 59, I don’t feel like I’m on the last turn or the last lap of my ministry. Just the opposite. I am re-energized by a vision for God’s preferred future for my life, my ministry, ReFRESH®, and Sherwood.
It would be easy to coast. After all, we’ve made four highly successful movies through Sherwood Pictures. They’ve been seen by millions around the world. We could easily live off the applause of others for having the vision to start this ministry. We could pat ourselves on the back until we get to the retirement home and then have others come in and tell us what a great ministry we’ve had. Continue reading “I Find Myself Reenergized”
It’s the Holiday Season…Laugh a Little!
These are serious times in which we live. But we can choose to focus on the positive or the negative. Since we are in the holiday season, I thought I’d give you something to lighten your load. Continue reading “It’s the Holiday Season…Laugh a Little!”
Giving Living
A little boy was sitting in church one day when the offering plate passed by. He didn’t have any money, so he tore off a piece of the sermon note page and wrote, “I give myself.” I’m not sure how much was given in cash and checks that day, but that little boy gave the best offering.
Paul wrote about the Macedonians and told us they first gave themselves. What an example. If the church of the 21st century would give of itself and its substance, we might be able to make a dent in this world. The Muslims are able to build more and do more because all Muslims are committed to giving 2.5% more than the church of the living Lord is giving, with members who are supposed to have tithing as the base of giving. In our efforts to live in a capitalistic culture, the first thing we cut out is God’s church, the Bride of Christ. While we wear designer clothes, the Bride is expected to be prepared for the Bridegroom wearing rags. Continue reading “Giving Living”