by Sam Rainer | Apr 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | Apr 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
Leadership literature is chock-full of ways in which an average leader can become great. We all believe we’re good. Greatness is just a book, a conference, or a degree away. Indeed, I believe run-of-the-mill leaders can become better with training. A desire to... 
by Sam Rainer | Apr 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
http://www.westbradenton.org/assets/2079/170416_made_alive.mp3 On Easter Sunday, I preached Ephesians 2:1-10. You can’t have a full life until you come to grips with an empty tomb. Jesus saves you from yourself. Jesus’ resurrection reveals how death... by Sam Rainer | Apr 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
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by Sam Rainer | Apr 16, 2017 | Uncategorized
It’s fairly often that people apologize to me for something that happened in a church service. I’ve heard lots of great apologies. “I’m sorry I fell asleep.” “I’m sorry I had to rush out.” “I’m sorry my kid lit his hair on fire.” I love church—both the people... 
by Sam Rainer | Apr 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
http://www.westbradenton.org/assets/2079/170409_i_will_sacrifice.mp3 I concluded my sermon series “I Will . . .” last Sunday. This series covers seven expectations of every church member, and this week’s topic is “Sacrifice.” You’re not ready to live...
