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National Disciple Makers Forum – Nashville, TN Oct 4-5, 2022 “undiscipled but educated” pastors are too common.Church has given information often w/o transformation.Rules of the game = DoctrineMethodology – how to live it out wellPastor –  His purpose, his role is equipping & unleashing an army of disciple makers on a community.Success – disciples who […]

Keep up to date and get access to all the shows at www.runwithhorses.net This week the family considers life in America after three months on the road. The kids are still learning what it means to be a nomad in life and God is definitely growing them in many ways!    

Gratitude What?Definition:Appreciate the value of, be grateful for, thankful, see the need forMindset, attitude, It’s an attitude, but it also involves actions.Gratitude for and to person and toward God (to God)Paul says, “Be thankful.” It’s a choice, just like complaining is. Feelings are there, but you can choose it. Thankfulness is not only an emotion. Why?It

Swimming upstream against culture What is culture?Merriam-Webster defines culture as the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group.Culture can be defined as all the ways of life including arts, beliefs and institutions of a population that are passed down from generation to generation. Culture has been called “the

Life 101: What are your NEXT ACTIONS? Purpose – The Big WHY of Life Most important that this is clear and firmly committed! Vision – What does it look like when you live out your values and aspirations? 3-5 years down the road where do you want to be? Dream Big and in line with

Are You Forward-Thinking?   What: Not getting wrapped up in today; need to spend a little effort to think ahead. Not reactionary only. Be pro-active – marriage When spouse has busy stuff ahead; how to support? — kids Before they have issues, how can I prepare them ahead of time for what’s coming? — Example:

Are you settling for Better in your spiritual life? Quote of the Day: “When something bad happens you have three choices. You can either let it define you, let it destroy you, or you can let it strengthen you.”— Dr. Seuss James 1 teaches that God is using trials in your life to strengthen your

This week we are putting all of life’s projects in order!

Keep up with Norman and Susan at www.runwithhorses.net and www.smithlife.net Encourage One AnotherDefine: the act of giving someone support, confidence or hope Why?It’s a command in the Bible.We all need encouragement. Life is hard.You’re in the best position to encourage. (closest to them, know them best)Part of what builds the relationship – foundational, maintenance-typeYou benefit

Keep up with what is going on at www.runwithhorses.net ! Let us know where you are listening from and what God is teaching you.  Where does your motivation for Life come from?– Surrender / Trust God’s Plan Success is peace of mind, which is a direct result of Self- satisfaction in Knowing you made the