For this interview, I spoke with Phil, from Freedom House. Our time together was brief but I learned a lot about where he came from, how he came to know the Lord and some future goals that he would like to achieve. He told me that he used to be involved in using drugs, drinking, had been in and out of jail, and even struggled with anger issues towards his kids. He explained how his father used to abuse him when he was a young boy so, it had grown to be a part of his temperment as he grew up. But, the awesome thing about that is, since he has come to know Christ, he has been able to recognize this as a severe problem that the Lord is setting him free from!
One of his motivaters, if not his biggest motivater, is in fact his fiance and three little boys. They mean the world to Phil and are a integral part of him "getting his life together". He said that he doesn't need to worry about what will happen tomorrow because he knows there is hope in Christ. Freedom House has helped him a lot with the process of healing. Building relationships with the guys in the house has allowed him to talk, meet good men of God and get out of the bad environment.
Phil has made many positive changes since he has come to the Lord. Of course, there is always room for growth and maturation in oiur walks with Christ so, my prayer for him is that he continues growing and doesn't fall into discouragement when things become difficult.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Dave Ramsey
I have a lot of respect for Dave Ramsey. It is so easy to see that he is a passionate man. One who loves the Lord and his family and who is dedicated to the call of God on his life to help people financially. I, myself, have even benefited from his teachings that Wendy Kadish was kind enough to extend to the Master's Commission students.
There is one thing, however, that I get a little bit concerned about when it comes to his methods of teaching. Yes, he does a wonderful job of giving advice to people who are in debt. I'm sure he has aided many people and families in making a better life for themselves. But here's the thing: out of all the teachings he has done that I have heard, he only mentioned the name of Jesus a few times. From what I've seen, he doesn't give many references to making the Lord your first priority instead of money or getting out of debt. I thought about this for a while...even enough to debate with Paul about it. And there is something in me the is uncomfortable with the level of importance Dave is putting on money and wealth.
Maybe I'm wrong. After all, he is a wonderful speaker who, somtimes, mentions the name of God and gives a Biblical reference here or there so, I guess there are opportunities for people to recieve knowledge and wisdom from Christ. I just think it would be more beneficial for the kingdom of God if Dave considered putting more of an emphasis on the Lord as top priority rather than money.
There is one thing, however, that I get a little bit concerned about when it comes to his methods of teaching. Yes, he does a wonderful job of giving advice to people who are in debt. I'm sure he has aided many people and families in making a better life for themselves. But here's the thing: out of all the teachings he has done that I have heard, he only mentioned the name of Jesus a few times. From what I've seen, he doesn't give many references to making the Lord your first priority instead of money or getting out of debt. I thought about this for a while...even enough to debate with Paul about it. And there is something in me the is uncomfortable with the level of importance Dave is putting on money and wealth.
Maybe I'm wrong. After all, he is a wonderful speaker who, somtimes, mentions the name of God and gives a Biblical reference here or there so, I guess there are opportunities for people to recieve knowledge and wisdom from Christ. I just think it would be more beneficial for the kingdom of God if Dave considered putting more of an emphasis on the Lord as top priority rather than money.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
David Kennard
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David Kennard had such a positive, calm, and humble spirit about him. He was probably my favorite speaker so far this semester because I was able to relate to him in a lot of ways. You see, I never thought I had the gift of public speaking. It as been something that I have always wanted to excel in and have been praying for the Lord to help me improve in but, I haven’t gotten comfortable with it yet. David gave me a new perspective though!
He explained very simply that not every leader is gifted in Pastoring or teaching a huge congregation. Being a site Pastor provides him with the opportunity to lead in the way he saw himself leading from the time he was a young man.
I love when we get new perspectives on ways to lead because it reminds me that I don’t have to do things the way everyone else is doing them. We need to make sure we don’t put God “in a box” by assuming He wants us to stick to the fine lines. Sometimes we need to get out of the box and take a chance by leading in new ways. This is a huge learning experience for my growth in leadership. Good Stuff.
David Kennard had such a positive, calm, and humble spirit about him. He was probably my favorite speaker so far this semester because I was able to relate to him in a lot of ways. You see, I never thought I had the gift of public speaking. It as been something that I have always wanted to excel in and have been praying for the Lord to help me improve in but, I haven’t gotten comfortable with it yet. David gave me a new perspective though!
He explained very simply that not every leader is gifted in Pastoring or teaching a huge congregation. Being a site Pastor provides him with the opportunity to lead in the way he saw himself leading from the time he was a young man.
I love when we get new perspectives on ways to lead because it reminds me that I don’t have to do things the way everyone else is doing them. We need to make sure we don’t put God “in a box” by assuming He wants us to stick to the fine lines. Sometimes we need to get out of the box and take a chance by leading in new ways. This is a huge learning experience for my growth in leadership. Good Stuff.
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