What 18 Years of Ministry Has Taught Me
Today marks my 18th year in ministry...at the same church! Being in the same place for nearly two decades gives a depth of perspective often not experienced by those in ministry because many do not make 18 years in ministry and even those who do often have that experience split between many different churches. So in honor of the 18 years of ministry I have been blessed to serve, I would like to share 18 things that I have learned during this time. Some of these things are painful, some of these things are harsh truths and some of these things are insurmountable blessings. 1. God uses incredibly flawed people, of whom, I am the greatest. I know myself better than anyone else. I know how terribly flawed I am. Yet, I am amazed that God still works through me, even on my worst days. I can remember, on more than one occasion, where my attitude and my actions didn't line up with where God wanted me to be and the same day hearing how a sermon or teaching given under those les