Northern Roads by Jeremy Norton

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Church, Communication, Leadership, Ministry

How to Prepare for the Millennial Take-Over

In 2029 Millennials will overtake Boomers as the largest generation in Western society. This shift has already started in the workplace. Although Gen-Xers have been working for a couple of decades, there was never enough to replace the massive number of working Boomers, most of whom were in long-term, and often supervisory positions.

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Bible, Church, Gospels, Movies

More Than a Religious Holiday

Our family has been enjoying the new Disney+ series titled, The Santa Clauses; a sequel TV series to the three Santa Claus films with actor, Tim Allen. During the writing of this series, a bit of discord between Allen and the Disney writers surfaced.

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Bible, Church, Discipleship, Leadership, OT

When God Gives Direction, We’re Challenged To Take Action

Congregations are still struggling to reach their pre-COVID numbers for physical gatherings. Some remain online or continue to meet in small groups at home. Congregations are dispersed in a way that we haven’t seen in centuries…or millennia. Church leaders are looking for direction. Will God provide direction? He will, in His time for His purpose.

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Church, OT, Outreach

How to Remember God’s Faithfulness In the Wilderness

How did God show up in your wilderness? How has God moved in your life during this wilderness season? How has God provided for you? How has he guided you? I’d like to give you an opportunity to reflect on some of God’s goodness and faithfulness during your wilderness season.

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Bible, Church, Discipleship, Gospels, OT

How to Pursue a Promising Future of Faith Over Fear

We’ve been in a wilderness over the past two years. Our wilderness has been social, societal, phycological and political. It’s been very exhausting, like walking through the wilderness. We have been bombarded with fear through confusion, isolation and polarization.

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Books, Church, Discipleship, Leadership, Ministry, The North

A 5-Day Devotional Plan on the YouVersion Bible App

Although it might not always feel like it; although you might not always see it happening, God is intimately involved in your life each and every day. Why? Because He has a greater purpose, and you are part of His plan. He wants to bring meaning and value to your life for His glory and the Gospel.

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Adventure, Books, Church, Leadership, The North

“Northern Roads” by Pastor Jeremy Norton

I have been writing and re-writing my Northern Roads story since 2012. It’s a story that began serving as a Youth Pastor in Alaska, and ended in my current position, serving as Lead Pastor in the Yukon. Then last year, Ambassador International agreed to publish my book and help me tell my story.

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Church, Leadership, Ministry

HOW GOSPEL-CENTRED VISION CAN SAVE A DYING CHURCH

Most churches are planted with the Gospel in focus. The church where I pastor has a rich Gospel history, beginning back in 1946. Our founding

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Bible, Church, Discipleship, Gospels, Ministry

10 Questions To Ask When Studying Matthew 18

If you’ve spent any time in a church, you’ve heard Matthew 18 thrown out. Often during a challenging situation where there has been conflict. The struggle is that rarely do Christians use Jesus’ teaching correctly, and sometimes it’s used inappropriately. This can make situations worse, and put further stress on relationships.

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Books, Church, Discipleship, OT

God’s Majesty Moves Hundreds of Youth to Boldly Respond

Hundreds of youth responded to Francis Chan’s bold challenge to stand for God, embracing His majesty and transforming their lives forever.

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Bible, Church, Discipleship, OT

Sacrificial Service and the True Value of Giving

Sacrificial service holds deeper value, as exemplified by Abraham and Rahab, urging us to consider the true cost of our works in faith.

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Church, Discipleship, Ministry, Outreach

The Connection Between Effective Outreach Ministry and Meeting Needs

Understanding effective outreach ministry through meeting physical, safety, and belonging needs in today’s shifting culture.

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