Tis The Season
Posted on 17. Dec, 2009 by cliffforbes in Blog, Thoughts
Well, the snow if finally flying, lights seem to be everywhere, and most of the presents are bought… yet, for many, this time of year brings about a lot of anxiety and pain. How can such a “joyful” time of year bring so much discomfort for so many?
As a child the magic of Christmas was [...]
“Those that Jesus misses most”
Posted on 19. Nov, 2009 by cliffforbes in Thoughts
Jim Henderson wanted to make sure he created an atmosphere were people didn’t feel like “prospects” and were the people didn’t go after others that way either… he realized it required a vocabulary change.
Often times, Christians refer to those that are not following God, or those that are choosing not to follow God, “the Lost.” [...]
Communication
Posted on 24. Oct, 2009 by cliffforbes in Thoughts
I have been challenged in my mind that instead of commenting on anyone’s post, that I should pick up the phone and actually talk to them…
How would this affect your communication or ultimately, your relationsips with the “friends” you have?
An open invitation for you.
Posted on 02. Oct, 2009 by cliffforbes in Blog, Event, News, Other, Thoughts
I would like to invite you to my home. One of the “things” I would love to do is visit and get to know each of you and your families. For some of you, you are like, “Awesome. I’d love to hang out at pastor Cliff’s house.” For others, the idea is pretty crazy/scary… but [...]
Great Expectations
Posted on 27. Sep, 2009 by cliffforbes in Thoughts
How is it that two people can walk into the same situation, yet leave with two different experiences? I would say it is due to their perspective/preconceived ideas going into the experience that determines the result…
How has your perspective/preconceived ideas affected your views in the church world? (Like Sunday Morning, Life Groups, Communion, Salvation, Foot [...]
