Taking the long view
by Jor-El Godsey,
Heartbeat Vice President of Ministry Services
A year ending with a zero is a great time to look back at the last time that occurred – 2000 – the unforgettable “Y2K.” Think of all that’s transpired in your organization since 2000. Remember where you were during the dawn of the new millennium. Take note of how different the ministry, the movement, and even the mission appeared to be then. The look back can reveal a journey of challenges and triumphs, victories and setbacks, celebrations and sorrow.
Here’s a question: from the vantage point of 2000, what view did you see out there on the 2010 horizon? What decisions made then are producing dynamic results now for you, your mission, and the movement? What plans were set down then but have yet to...
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“When license replaces liberty,
virtue becomes corruption."
Tom Glessner, President
National Institute of Family Life Advocates
Because of God…
by Debra Neybert, Heartbeat International, Training Specialist
Before the years of famine came, two sons were born to Joseph by Asenath daughter of Potiphera, priest of On. Joseph named his firstborn Manasseh and said, "It is because God has made me forget all my trouble and all my father's household." The second son he named Ephraim and said, "It is because God has made me fruitful in the land of my suffering," (Genesis 41:50-51).
We have entered a new year and a new decade; the future is bright for those of us that trust in the Lord. Each season of life has its blessings and its trials. Last year may have held some unexpected trials for you. Joseph, father of the twelve tribes of Israel, had a long season of imprisonment that included: being misunderstood, abandoned, falsely accused, forgotten...
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“He will call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him” (Psalm 91:15 NAS).
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Materials that can impact your leadership and ministry
The Emerging Brave New World
by Thomas Glessner
“There are two competing worldviews in America today that dictate how society values human life.” So starts the first chapter of Tom Glessner’s “The Emerging Brave New World.” Too often in our own churches, well-meaning Christians lack the historical perspective and spiritual understanding of abortion’s pervasive nature in the United States. Tom’s research, first-hand knowledge, and tireless service bring to his readers an awareness of the sanctity of human life and encouragement in the battle against abortion in our land.
A useful tool for pregnancy centers and churches, this book challenges us and gears us up to advance the sanctity of life. Its easy-to-navigate topics as well as thought-provoking discussions and questions help engage Christians dynamically. This book is available for purchase at Amazon.com and NIFLA.org.
Reviewed by Jor-El Godsey
Heartbeat International, Vice President of Ministry Services
The world hungers for your help (1:04)
Katy Flood, Heartbeat Sexual Integrity Specialist, knows that God has called you to change the world. Click here for Katy’s greeting for you.
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