Monthly Archives: April 2013

I heard or read this quote recently.. I am neither Arminian or Calvinistic: Instead I am Baptist! – Can someone explain this to me?

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Craig Benno

P.S I guess he would consider himself to be “Baptism”

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I’m tired of pressing on.

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Craig Benno

I have heard many sermons from Hebrew’s 6:1 on pressing on into the things of God. But, I have to say I am truly tired of pressing on. I’m not tired of pressing into God through prayer and Bible study … Continue reading →

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It took them ages to get it…How long does it take us?

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Craig Benno

  I was reading Matthew’s account of Jesus and the disciples going across the lake in the boat.  Jesus was so exhausted, he fell asleep and was even sleeping when a huge storm blew up which was so fierce it … Continue reading →

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Called to Pastor Where?

Posted on April 14, 2013 by Craig Benno

Yesterday my Joanne and I attended our old church where we said “Hi” to many old friends, celebrated the ministry of the interim pastor who had led the way the last 6 months and was now leaving for another gig. … Continue reading →

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Depression and the Fruit of the Spirit.

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Craig Benno

There has been a lot of talk within Christian circles and the blogosphere recently about depression and the many issues surrounding it. This morning I found a blog post I made in regards to Depression and the Fruit of the … Continue reading →

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Ministry in the blurbs.

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Craig Benno

I have had a particular busy week this week. Late nights. Early mornings. (Well early for me) Long and busy days. And its only Thursday morning   It’s been a week of many ups and downs. Highs and lows. And … Continue reading →

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I got a burr under my saddle.

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Craig Benno

I urge you to read this article by Kevin Brown about his experience of one of his parishioners needing hospitalisation (within a life & death situation), but her insurance company said no! I was at the hospital yesterday afternoon and … Continue reading →

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What are you convinced of?

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Craig Benno

  Dave Black is convinced. I have to say I am convinced of the same things he is also. I would add one more point to his comprehensive list, and that is church / ministry leadership is fluid and not … Continue reading →

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My thought for the day.

Posted on April 8, 2013 by Craig Benno

I consider myself a full on charismatic and enjoy and yearn for more of the Spirit of God. I also have a fairly good collection of theological books and academic connections which I draw much richness from. A wise pastor … Continue reading →

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Join me in prayer.

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Craig Benno

Join me in prayer for Rick Warren and his family as they grieve the death of their son to suicide. My prayer for today is for all my friends, our families and extended circle of friends and myself; that we … Continue reading →

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