by Shane Craven | May 1, 2009 | Thoughts
Some years ago, a pastor friend of mine had a man in his church with large, large financial means call him to come by his office. He was nervous, but when he got there, he received the stun of his life. The member said and I paraphrase, “I have multi-millions...
by Shane Craven | Apr 27, 2009 | Thoughts
Kim and I totally enjoyed our time with GHC and Catalyst West this week. How refreshing! Great coaching network! New friends too. Love you J.D.! The energy and excitement leading up to church today, our third service, has been exciting! Our third week was...
by Shane Craven | Apr 20, 2009 | Thoughts
Sometimes there’s just _______________to say……God fills the gap.
by Shane Craven | Apr 1, 2009 | Thoughts
CNN did a report recently on something I do everyday, doodle. I go through stacks of notebooks and many pens. Here’s what they concluded: You pay attention very well when doodling You remember 3% more information when doodling A part of your mind is working...
by Shane Craven | Mar 24, 2009 | Thoughts
They’re an interesting phenomenon. They will lie to you and they will accentuate you. Either/or, can be devastating. Don’t get me wrong, they are a good thing, if kept in check. You’ve been around emotional, basket-case people who drove you nuts...
by Shane Craven | Mar 20, 2009 | Thoughts
After 20 years almost as a pastor or in ministry of some sort, I have become aware of some of the idiosyncrasies of many “churchy” people. Here are a few thoughts from the years: Most people are fickle. If something better comes along, they’re...
