by Chris Maxwell | Jul 12, 2022 | Blog
Yes, the ambitious waves rushed our way. I rode them. I enjoyed them—especially seeing grandchildren with me on the ocean. Yes, the meals tasted delicious. Tacos, cereal, pizza, grilled steak, and, of course, ice cream. Yes, time on the boat was calming. Riding the...
by Chris Maxwell | Jun 29, 2022 | Blog
My friend Charles called to tell me Mrs. Synan wasn’t feeling well and had been moved to a different health care center. He knew what I needed to know and when I needed to know it.I needed to go see Phyllis. As I drove to visit Mrs. Synan, my mind hit rewind...
by Chris Maxwell | Jun 27, 2022 | Blog, Book Excerpts
From Pause for Pastors: Finding Still Waters in the Storm of Ministry. If I speak in public with excellence, and teach groups with brilliance, but I fail to love others, I’m of no value. If a prophetic utterance flows through my mouth, if dynamic sermons educate and...
by Chris Maxwell | Jun 10, 2022 | Blog, Book Excerpts
From the book Equilibrium: 31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life’s Uneven Surfaces. Not all painful situations have quick fixes or simple explanations. A choice to pause in the hurry can help us see better. To see life better. The journey, the destination, the...
by Chris Maxwell | May 31, 2022 | Blog, Book Excerpts
From the chapter “Be Faithful in the Little” in the book Equilibrium: 31 Ways to Stay Balanced on Life’s Uneven Surfaces. Pastor Basil Savoie and his wife Kathy have served in pastoral ministry for decades. Their church doesn’t hit the list of fastest growing...
