Posts by Gordon Dickson
The Glory of the Branch
Zechariah 3:1-9 As we approach this season, we will once again hear the story of Christ and of Christmas. We will exchange the traditional greetings of “Merry Christmas!” “Happy New Year!” We will speak of joy, hope and peace. Nevertheless, we must ask, “Is this real?” Is there any hope of joy and peace in…
Read MoreThe Blessings of the Branch
Things looked bad for Israel, and even worse for Assyria. Yes, the Assyrians would invade (Isaiah 10:5-6; 36:1-2), but after they destroyed Israel, the army would meet their doom. The British poet, Lord Byron (George Gordon) described the story recorded in Isaiah 37:14-38. The Assyrian came down like the wolf on the fold, And his…
Read MoreA Ministry Philosophy for Others to Follow
As leaders, we desire to commit the things which we have learned “to faithful men who shall be able to teach others also” (2 Tim. 2:2). Using three simple steps (what, why, and who), you can express your ministry philosophy so that others can follow it and put it into practice. In Matthew 5:16 Jesus…
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