by Sam Rainer | Jun 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
Three key moments from the 2016 Southern Baptist Convention: This week my denomination gathered for their annual meeting. It was great time of unity with a focus on the gospel. The following three moments were among the highlights of this year’s annual... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 13, 2016 | Uncategorized
Life is better with people. Life is more fun with people. Ministry requires people. We don’t minister to squirrels. By God’s design, we cannot make it in this life without friends and family. We are created in God’s image, and He is social. We need... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
The sinful desire of envy causes you to resent others for what they have. Why is envy dangerous? Envy hides because it is petty and humiliating. Envy drains your joy. Envy poisons your gratefulness. 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 9, 2016 | Uncategorized
Three notable articles I read this week: Tony Morgan – How multi-site can wreck your church. The vast majority of the largest churches are multi-site. Many singles-site churches 800+ in weekly attendance are creating strategies to launch additional sites. But... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
On Sunday, I preached about envy. In my sermon preparation, I tend to downplay or ignore the areas of which I am most guilty. It’s easier to skip over the personally convicting passages and focus on the sins of others. Of course, I must push through such... 
by Sam Rainer | Jun 4, 2016 | Uncategorized
All good work has dignity. Good work benefits the community. Restlessness and hopelessness are the enemies of redeeming work.
