VITAL

The third mark of a man is to act like men.

* Men run in packs, not as a Lone wolf.

* Men are active, boys are passive.

* Men respect authority.

* Men are affectionate.

The second mark of a man is to take a minority position. Boys want to fit in. Men aren’t afraid to stand out. In our current culture, what does that look like? As a Christian, how do you stand for what’s right, even when it is unpopular? 

Men have a vision. Point number one is this, as boys are short-sighted and men play the long game. It says this in Proverbs 29:18, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” See, boys live only for today they wait for inspiration to strike or for someone to hand them a big break. They look and wait for the perfect woman to walk into their lives. Men, on the other hand, dream of something bigger…

We have reached a breaking point. With the death of George Floyd, we’ve seen America come to its breaking point. Things have to change and that starts with each one of us. Look into your own heart and ask God to forgive the ways you’ve personally come up short. 

This is our final episode of In Search of Normal and we are talking with Mahaska County Sheriff, Russell Van Renterghem, about how his faith plays a role in his daily life and the changes he sees as he works with the public. 

Mike Sereg talks with Iowa state legislator, Holly Brink, about the new challenges she faces in her daily life in politics and family life. She shares the role her faith has played in both arenas and how she is coping with her new normal.

We are all leaders of something. Do your actions display faith over fear? Loren Van Wyk, the owner of LDJ Manufacturing, talks with Mike about scripture from the book of Matthew and how that relates to leadership and how we navigate the fear of re-engaging.

Mike speaks with Scott Sales of Groom Barber Lounge here in Pella, Iowa. They discuss the challenges of having to close business doors due to COVID-19 and how owners are adapting.

Key question: How is your faith during this time and where have you seen God at work?

 

A gifted teacher, Pastor Bill brings life-changing messages to the Body of Christ.  

Besides leading the local church, Pastor Bill also has a heart for pastors. He has the privilege of speaking into many different ministers’ lives and ministries. Pastor Bill is also an authoritative voice in the realm of politics. He has a vision of seeing the full Body of Christ re-claim the three institutions of God: the family, church, and government.

 

Mike & Dana talk about the challenges of connecting with others and specifically, how Dana has had to adapt her skills and approach to teaching elementary kids. The joys, challenges, and lessons learned. 

Mike asked, is the best yet to come? Watch Eric Church – Who Will Answer the Call?