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A Robust Theology of Suffering
23 Oct 2018

A Robust Theology of Suffering

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Faith, Focus, Illness, Spirituality | 0

      Work was slow and I wondered if I would have to find a new job.  I didn’t know how I’d pay my bills.  And I was sleeping for the moment in a friend’s guest room because I didn’t have … Continued

crisis
Evil Wisdom
16 Oct 2018

Evil Wisdom

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Humility, Spirituality | 0

The lead pastor of a fast-growing congregation is a charismatic speaker, a strong leader. He really knows his Bible! But he believes his ideas are almost always best. Some staff members feel like he never listens to them. When conflict … Continued

Authenticity, Humility
Listening to People’s Stories
8 Oct 2018

Listening to People’s Stories

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Humility, Relationships | 2

  At bedtime most nights, I read to my wife. A few nights ago I read her these words. “Look at these woods,” said the bear, and Bubber tried to, but they wouldn’t stay still…  He could hear a thousand … Continued

Emotional safety
A Friend at Midnight
1 Oct 2018

A Friend at Midnight

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Faith, Ministry with the poor, Obedience, Prayer | 0

The kids were down for the night and my wife was sewing when I wandered into the craft room. “I don’t know what to make of this,” she told me, “but for the past hour Paulette’s been heavy on my … Continued

Listening to God, Obedience, Poverty
Traveling Light
24 Sep 2018

Traveling Light

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Faith, Ministry with the poor | 3

  I glanced back toward the door.  “Is the rest inside?” “This is it.  I like to travel light.” That was it?  Everything they owned‑‑in two suitcases and a box?  “Okay,” I said. I drove them home‑‑Patricia, her deep brown … Continued

Listening to God, Obedience, Poverty
When Being Right Is Wrong
17 Sep 2018

When Being Right Is Wrong

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Humility, Relationships | 0

  Fresh out of college, I had just moved to a new city and started attending a new church. In my new Sunday school class, where I barely knew the people, every week my stomach churned  Why?  Because people were … Continued

Emotional safety
To Accomplish More, Do Less
10 Sep 2018

To Accomplish More, Do Less

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Energy, Focus | 0

I once led a workshop called, “When You Have More Slots than Workers.”  The room had standing room only.  Before beginning my presentation, I asked each person to answer the question: “Why do you think churches often have more slots … Continued

Overprogramming
The Time Between Two Calls
3 Sep 2018

The Time Between Two Calls

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Call | 1

I was getting to live out my dream—writing and editing full-time.  I had six months of work lined up—not bad for a freelancer.  But then three months went by and no more came in.  Another six weeks.  Still no work. … Continued

Discerning call, Discernment, Transition
Is It Okay to Want to Be #2?
27 Aug 2018

Is It Okay to Want to Be #2?

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Empowerment, Spiritual Gifts, Team ministry | 0

“People ask me if I want to be the CEO someday,” Jeremy shared over tacos. ”I say yes because I think I’m supposed to.  But, honestly, I don’t want to be the boss. I like being number two. Is there … Continued

Why I Changed How I Pray
20 Aug 2018

Why I Changed How I Pray

by Eddy Hall | posted in: Energy, Healing, Illness, Prayer | 0

  I’ve been tired a lot lately.  After an illness last year that involved a couple of surgeries, I’m feeling stronger, but nowhere close to being able to work full-time again. For weeks, my number one prayer request was for … Continued

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