I’ve been reading “transforming together – Authentic Spiritual Mentoring” by Ele Parrott. I’m finding it very helpful. Lots to chew on. Note that she is writing from her experience mentoring women. Her insights, however, I believe are valid for men as well. This is an excerpt on active listening. Something I need to become better [...]
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This excerpt from John Eldredge’s book really speaks to me. To have such a friendship with a small band of brothers. Wow. Of course, small groups have become a part of the programming most churches offer their people. For the most part, they are disappointing and short-lived – by the very admission of those who [...]
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We’ve been chewing on this question. We know more and more folks, at least here in the western word, are choosing not to go to church. So why do we or why should we go to church? In this context, I’m using “church” as the corporate gathering of Christ followers, typically on Sunday morning. It [...]
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These thoughts are from a man’s perspective. As I am of the male gender, that is all I can do. One of my callings is to minster to men, young and old. As I’ve continued to grow in this lifestyle I’ve been encountering two main approaches to working with other men. The first, and most [...]
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