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14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Friends, Critics, and ... · 3 replies · +2 points

Yes, I have critics. The critics that I have the biggest problem with internally, Mike, are the dishonest critics. At least the honest critics are very upfront about what they think and their differences. The dishonest critic will say something complimentary about me in a meeting (often when I am present) and then turn around and say quite the opposite to his/her friends. I sometimes allow this kind of critic to sap my emotional energy. Consequently, my response to this kind of criticism is something I really have to watch.

(I like your three categories by the way.)

14 years ago @ ChurchCrunch - 5 Wordpress Analytic a... · 0 replies · +1 points

Thanks for posting this. I become overwhelmed by the sheer number of plugins available. It is good to see five of these singled out as trustworthy and useful.

14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Five Characteristics o... · 0 replies · +1 points

Michael-- A very good post! I have found #2 particularly tempting the last year. While the economic situation (both in terms of the culture and the organization) is overwhelming at times, it does not help to focus on this. Thanks for the reminder.

14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Options in the Price W... · 0 replies · +2 points

You have written a very informative and articulate post helping us all understand this problem from the perspective of a publisher. Thanks very much for this. While I sensed this was a problem, I did not realize all of the implications that you listed.

14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Four Strategies for Re... · 0 replies · +1 points

Mike-- A very good post and one I need to hear. Thanks!

14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Book Notes: Interview ... · 0 replies · +1 points

I enjoy Donald Miller's writing because he helps me see what is actually right in front of me (in terms of life/culture, etc.) He is so descriptive and in his descriptions, I often think and feel more of what is actually right in front of me than I otherwise would. Glad the book is out.

14 years ago @ Michael Hyatt Blog - Using Templates for Gr... · 0 replies · +2 points

Mike,
I found this post to be very helpful. Yes, I have used various templates for different tasks/requests. What I have not done was to use these as a part of my e-mail system. Like you, I use Microsoft Entourage and can see how using these as a part of possible "signatures" would be a great time saver.

Thanks!

14 years ago @ A Place For The God-Hu... - Your Work and Ministry... · 0 replies · +1 points

Connie,
Thanks. I suspect you echo the thinking/feeling of a number of others.

You are so right regarding the need to affirm everyday Christians who are doing ministry through the power of the Spirit in the ordinary course of life. The main task of the church is to live out the gospel during the week.

Unfortunately, some of us have left the impression with churches that real ministry goes on within the confines of the church building or in some way has been organized by the church.

Both of these are legitimate ministries and both are carried on by good people who love God and want to serve in some way. However, I am bothered when we keep talking about the ministry of the church in a way that suggests that only the organized efforts really count. They may be important and quite often extremely important. However, the church carries on the ministry of God wherever the church happens to be. For so many of us during the week, that place is work.

Thanks so much.

14 years ago @ A Place For The God-Hu... - Your Work and Ministry... · 0 replies · +1 points

Greg,
Sounds like you are exactly where you are supposed to be and where God would like to use you at this point in your life. Wonderful! I am glad that you are finding this time of life to be so satisfying in this way.

14 years ago @ A Place For The God-Hu... - Your Work and Ministry... · 0 replies · +1 points

Brandon,
That is a great question. I am still learning on this one but there are a couple things I have learned. Those of us who teach Sunday AM Bible classes can talk about work in the context of ministry. Far too often some seem to almost apologize for bringing up the subject of work. We could even even pray regarding our jobs and ministry there.

In small groups, the facilitators of these groups can focus on especially praying for people at work.

Those of us who speak/teach/preach can use examples from the workplace that suggest that God is at work in this place.

I would love to hear other suggestions.

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