Endure

Being a good spouse and a good parent is hard. Being a good spouse and parent while also in ministry is stress to the max. Doing all of that during COVID and an election is almost unfathomable.

This week we're talking about how to managed all of that with Roland and Tammy Martinez. They have dedicated themselves to teaching and discipling others.  Initially serving in Christian education and pastoral ministry together in Miami and Ft. Myers, Florida. Eventually moving to Charlotte, Roland served as a full-time pastor where he and Tammy counseled couples and helped them to build God-honoring faith relationships. After pioneering the ministry of Christian Family Life in Caribbean and Latin American countries, Roland became the president of Christian Family Life in 2013. Roland and Tammy are frequently asked to teach church leadership the faith principles and share their application in seminars with couples. They have six children ranging in age from elementary school to college graduates and are active parents, residing in Charlotte, NC.

Josh has been the Lead Pastor of 2ND Conway since September 2018. He met his wife, Jacki, at Criswell College where they both earned degrees in Biblical Studies. He holds a B.A., Masters of Arts, and is currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree. He began full-time church ministry in the Fall of 2001 and has served primarily in and around Dallas TX. Josh and Jacki have three sons and live in West Conway. He loves kayaking, reading on a Kindle, coffee, and tacos.

 

You can follow Josh on Twitter HERE.

It seems like the contentious nature of our day is stressing relationships to the point where friendships are being broken up and bridges are being burnt. This week, we look at the Christian response when people are hurt and sinned against. We're looking at forgiveness. 

 

This is a sermon that Daniel preached this past Sunday at Denver Baptist Church from Ephesians 4:32.

 

Have a great week and be kind!

David serves as the Lead Pastor for First Baptist Church of Orange Park, Florida and is founder of the First Family Network of churches and campus locations. He is also the founder of Battle Ready Men, an organization that seeks make disciples of men and empower them to be the primary disciplemakers of their family.

You can read David's writing HERE. 

 

You can follow David on Twitter HERE.

After a bit of a hiatus, we're back! This week we fill you guys in on all the things that have gone on in our family & ministry while also sharing what God has been teaching us.

 

Heather mentions our "Thrill of Hope" episode this week and you can find that episode HERE.

 

As always, thanks for listening and don't forget to be kind!

Nick Terry is the chaplain for NASCAR as a part of Motor Racing Outreach. He serves the teams, drivers and owners by helping to shepherd and lead the Christian community on the NASCAR circuit.

 

You can follow Nick on Twitter: @nickterryMRO

This week we are trying something a little different here at The Middle. We wanted to share a sermon that Daniel preached at our home church. We feel that this sermon is incredibly timely for many of us as we wonder what God is doing in this season. We pray this is an encouragement for you to not stop and to trust God's plan as He seeks to turn the world upside down.

 

Acts 17:1-15

 

Main Idea - God's gospel turns the world upside down

 

1) God's gospel doesn't make earthly sense.

 

2) God's kingdom upsets the order of the world

 

3) God's church grows by God's Word

 

4) God's people don't stop.

 

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One of the most common questions that I get from people in the moments after I speak is how they can share their testimony. For me sharing my story takes a lot of forms: from the stage, small groups or one-on-one in everyday life. Regardless the circumstance, I think these three aspects are crucial for honoring God in your story. We take a quick look at what three aspects need to be woven in any testimony.

 

What We Are Lovin'

D - For God So Loved The World by Dayton Hartman and Walt Strickland

 

H - Beginner's Pluck by Liz Bohannon

 

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Obviously, we cannot control a lot of things in our lives. 2020 has proven that like never before. But learning to cope when you feel out of control can help you manage your stress, your emotions and even alter your perspective as you live in a difficult season. This week we look at 3 ways to navigate stress regardless of what you find yourself in the middle of right now.

 

What We're Loving

H - Adorning The Dark by Andrew Peterson

D - American Gospel

 

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 There are phrases that are used in Christian culture that, though common, aren't necessarily true. Today, we look at the phrase, "God will never give you more than you can handle." As we talk not only do we see that is not Scripturally true but that God does want you to have trials that go far beyond what YOU can handle.

 

Many of us may say we are in the middle of a season like this right now but we hope that you see today that God is working in you, through you and for you even in this tough season.

 

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