March 30, 2010 – 4:24 am | Comments Off

Leaders and volunteers often struggle to find the time to connect with God while tackling work, family, and their volunteer service. I understand, as I’ve struggled with this from time-to-time as well. Let’s understand what true fellowship with God looks like and how we can focus our time to develop this fellowship.

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Volunteer Centered Thoughts: Bearing Burdens
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What would you change about:

How your church ministers to those in your community (poor, needy, hurting)?
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Volunteer Centered Thoughts: Sharing the Load
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Volunteer Centered Leader: The Leader Max
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Volunteer-Centered Thoughts: Reality Check
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Leaders have big targets on their back when it comes to spiritual warfare. And
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Volunteer-Centered Leader: I, Leader
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Volunteer-Centered Thoughts: Your Next Calling
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