Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton as they embark on a multi-episode pursuit of revival beginning on the inside. The foundation for these episodes is Psalm 51 and the repentance of King David.

This week the focus is on RELIANCE that leads to revival.

Psalm 51:1–2 (ESV)

¹  Have mercy on me, O God, 

according to your steadfast love; 

according to your abundant mercy 

blot out my transgressions. 

²  Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, 

and cleanse me from my sin!

After a great message to leaders and leaders of leaders at the AMS Lab in Atlanta, Ga, Andy Addis interviews Mark Clifton to dissect the lesson and the four ways we “see it wrong” when we are in a difficult spot in ministry.

Matthew 11:2–3 (ESV)

² Now when John heard in prison about the deeds of the Christ, he sent word by his disciples ³ and said to him, “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?”

Isaiah 35:3–6 (ESV)

³  Strengthen the weak hands, 

and make firm the feeble knees. 

⁴  Say to those who have an anxious heart, 

“Be strong; fear not! 

Behold, your God 

will come with vengeance, 

with the recompense of God. 

He will come and save you.” 

⁵  Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, 

and the ears of the deaf unstopped; 

⁶  then shall the lame man leap like a deer, 

and the tongue of the mute sing for joy. 

For waters break forth in the wilderness, 

and streams in the desert;

Join Pastor Andy at us and his wife Kathy as they wrap up this three-part mini-series on marriage in ministry. Learning to love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength is the key to also learning to love your spouse like they need to be loved. Rekindle and re-engage your marriage for ministry.

If you enjoy this duo you can hear their weekly podcast at Crosspointnow.net/podcast

Join Pastors Andy Addis and mark Clifton for a discussion on Marriage and Ministry. In this second part of a three-part marriage series, we focus on how to make a marriage comeback. If you are suffering, under tension, or are worried about your relationship’s direction, this podcast is for you!

Col 3:12-16 – Put On Good Marriage Practices

Join Pastors Andy Addis and mark Clifton for a discussion on Marriage and Ministry. This week, focusing on some stats to reveal some things you may not know:

Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton to discuss the re-released book, Reclaiming Glory. This book has been updated with new stories, stats and discussion questions to help a new generation of church planters and revitalizers.

Get a copy of the book and access other connected resources at Reclaiming Glory

And don’t forget to join Andy, Mark and Chosen Road at The Rural Summit. Details here: Rural Summit

Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton to discuss the re-released book, Reclaiming Glory. This book has been updated with new stories, stats and discussion questions to help a new generation of church planters and revitalizers.

Get a copy of the book and access other connected resources at Reclaiming Glory

And don’t forget to join Andy, Mark and Chosen Road at The Rural Summit. Details here: Rural Summit

Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton to discuss the re-released book, Reclaiming Glory. This book has been updated with new stories, stats and discussion questions to help a new generation of church planters and revitalizers.

Get a copy of the book and access other connected resources at Reclaiming Glory

And don’t forget to join Andy, Mark and Chosen Road at The Rural Summit. Details here: Rural Summit

Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton for a look at why resolutions don’t work but good plans can help you capitalize on a fresh start!

• Resolutions fail because:
  • Unrealistic Expectations 
  • Goals without plans
  • Manufactured Miracles (expecting change without changing anything else)
  • Internal yielding to the external
  • No measured progress
• How to Capitalize On A Fresh Start
  • Challenge Yourself Without Killing Yourself
  • Identify steps toward the goal (lead measures)
  • Make lateral adjustments for success, or change other stuff to help
  • Make your life a team sport
  • Celebrate progress 

Many blessings and Happy New Year! Make sure you share your opportunity to capatalize upon… we’ll be praying for you.

Join Andy Addis and Mark Clifton for a discussion of the often misunderstood and misapplied Great Expectations of Christmas Services in ministry!

• Spurgeon Quote:

“Suppose a number of persons were to take it into their heads that they had to defend a lion, full-grown king of beasts! There he is in the cage, and here come all the soldiers of the army to fight for him. Well, I should suggest to them, if they would not object and feel that it was humbling to them, that they should kindly stand back, and open the door, and let the lion out! I believe that would be the best way of defending him, for he would take care of himself, and the best ‘apology’ for the gospel is to let the gospel out.”

So here is your Christmas strategy:

• • Clear over clever
  • Share the Gospel
  • Share the vision
  • Do it with excellence, like every weekend

And here is a link to the Rural Summit coming up in March of 2023:

https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/events/replant-rural-summit/?fbclid=IwAR2UbmEqG-SftwmK7dPbNXtzHMSflCgrrLIbQ3BhwezydkLzEeUajhEsC9Q