Author Archives: Tim Farley

Hearing the “Voice” of God

Posted on August 28, 2010 by Tim Farley

How many times have you heard someone say “God told me to  (fill in the blank) “?  I am not talking about the crazy person who says that God told him to blow up a day care center.  It is … Continue reading →

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Please stop saying “And a little child shall lead them”…

Posted on August 26, 2010 by Tim Farley

Okay, for the millionth time, I have heard someone say “And a little child shall lead them” out of context.  Today it happened on the news as I heard the story of a young boy who is raising money for … Continue reading →

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Free Book from John MacArthur

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Tim Farley

Okay, so I have not posted in a few weeks.  I realize that this is no way to maintain my readers, so I do apologize.  I am trying to do better, but responsibilities at my new ministry take up much … Continue reading →

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College Students Care Less

Posted on June 10, 2010 by Tim Farley

A new study from the University of Michigan (if you can trust such a source) shows that college-age students show less empathy today than in previous years.  USA Today reports: Sara Konrath, a researcher at the university’s Institute for Social Research, looked … Continue reading →

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Which of these Common Sayings are Found in the Bible?

Posted on May 21, 2010 by Tim Farley

I recently quizzed my congregation on their knowledge of the Bible by asking them which of the following sayings are direct quotes from Scripture: 1.  Moderation in all things. 2.  Spare the rod, spoil the child. 3.  Do unto others … Continue reading →

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Geocentrists Still Exist

Posted on May 11, 2010 by Tim Farley

I am re-reading a book by one of my former seminary professors.  The book is Don’t Stop Believing and it deals with how Christian belief and action go together. In chapter one, the author makes the point that the more we … Continue reading →

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God has Created. God has Spoken. God has Acted.

Posted on May 3, 2010 by Tim Farley

First, let me apologize for not writing for some time.  I have been busy settling into my new ministry.  As I get into more of a routine, I will begin posting more regularly (probably 1 or 2 times per week). I … Continue reading →

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Defining “Missions”

Posted on April 8, 2010 by Tim Farley

A couple of days ago, a friend and former student of mine asked me for my understanding of missions.  He acknowledged that the question was a bit vague, but it was his intent to leave the question in broad terms. … Continue reading →

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A New Beginning…

Posted on March 28, 2010 by Tim Farley

Tonight, my family spends its last night in Ohio.  Tomorrow morning, we load up our moving truck and head to our new ministry in a small town outside of Kalamazoo, Michigan.  Rachel and I are very excited about what lies ahead and we … Continue reading →

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If you could ask God for one thing…

Posted on March 18, 2010 by Tim Farley

I am preparing a sermon and need your input.  All you have to do is respond to the following question: “If you could ask God for one thing (and only one thing), what would you ask for?” Leave your response … Continue reading →

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