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Insights from the next guy. Pastoral Transition.

July 5, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

In Lamentations 5:19, Jeremiah writes, “Your throne continues from generation to generation.” It is important to understand that Jeremiah said that to God, not to any of us. Our physical presence in ministry has an “expiration date,” and every pastor should realize that he is, in a sense, an interim pastor. Someone will eventually succeed him.… read more

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I’m Part of the Universal Church. Do I Need the Local Church?

July 4, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

We were not born again just to have a personal relationship with God; we also were saved to have a relationship with God’s family—with one another. If I only focus on God’s love for me as an individual and neglect the importance of the local church, I am going to miss a huge part of God’s overall plan.… read more

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Stay Put (Even When You Feel Like Running)

July 3, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

“The grass is always greener on the other side.” At least that’s the message of the old adage. Timothy probably noticed many lush fields (elsewhere) while he was serving Paul.… read more

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Thoughts on the Power of Prayer

July 2, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

I’ve been reading after a number of people on the topic of prayer lately, and my own heart has been stirred toward prayer as well. A couple of comments by R. A. Torrey (an associate of D. L. Moody) recently caught my attention…… read more

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Reflections from a Debate on Eternal Security

July 1, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

On February 23, 2022, I took part in a debate hosted by Pastor Mark Cowart and Church for All Nations in Colorado Springs—the topic was “Once Saved Always Saved.” … read more

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Moving Beyond “Hold the Fort”

June 30, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

The farther I go in my walk with the Lord, the more I am impressed with our need for focus, diligence, and full engagement with him. As we see the world succumbing more and more to deception and corruption, we need to do more than “not be conformed to this world” (Romans 12:2). … read more

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What the Anointing is Not

June 29, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Duke Ellington, the late jazz musician, composer and renowned band leader, was once asked to provide a definition of rhythm. “If you got it,” he replied, “you don’t need no definition. And if you don’t have it, ain’t no definition gonna help.” I think that same statement could apply to the anointing as well!… read more

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Caçadores de Tempestades – Parte 1

June 29, 2022/in Articles in Portuguese /by Tony Cooke

Tendo vivido em Oklahoma por mais de três décadas, Lisa e eu passamos por muitas temporadas de tornados ativos. Além dos meteorologistas com seus sistemas de radar de alta tecnologia, algumas das pessoas que recebem atenção significativa durante a temporada de tornados são os caçadores de tempestades.… read more

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O Comum e o Extraordinário Trabalhar do Espírito

April 18, 2022/in Articles in Portuguese /by Tony Cooke

É bom ter em mente a demarcação que Jonathan Edwards fez. Ele frequentemente fazia diferenciação entre as obras “comuns” do Espírito e Suas obras “extraordinárias”. Se acontecer de você possuir fortes dons em relação às obras “extraordinárias”, ou se for uma época de “sinais” notáveis, isso é maravilhoso.… read more

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Conducting a Funeral for an Unsaved Person

February 10, 2022/in Funeral Resources, Funeral Resources by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Question: What is your purpose, strategy, philosophy, etc. in conducting a funeral for a person who was not necessarily saved? 

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Storm Chasers – Part 2

January 24, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

In ancient times, physicians who took the Hippocratic Oath pledged to “do no harm.” That’s a good commitment for physicians, and it’s also a good commitment for all who minister to people struggling and fighting their way through the storms of life. … read more

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Storm Chasers – Part 1

January 21, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Having lived in Oklahoma for more than three decades, Lisa and I have been through many active tornado seasons. In addition to the meteorologists with their high-tech radar systems, some of the people who receive significant attention during tornado season are the storm chasers. … read more

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Excerpts from In Search of Paul

January 17, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Here are some excerpts from a few different chapters—this will give you an idea about some of the book’s content. … read more

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Influence Beyond Your Generation

January 14, 2022/in Articles by Lisa Cooke /by Tony Cooke

I have a dear friend, Judi Tillett, who recently shared with me that the Lord had quickened this phrase to her concerning the New Year: “Walk in the wonder of My Word.” In the moment, I wrote back and told her that I would let that sink in. … read more

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The Ordinary and the Extraordinary Works of the Spirit

January 10, 2022/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

It is good to keep in mind the delineation that Jonathan Edwards made. He frequently differentiated between “ordinary” works of the Spirit and “extraordinary” works of the Spirit. … read more

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One Thing

December 26, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

I’m curious if there is a particular theme that God has put on your heart for 2022. Of course, God can impress us at any time and for any period or season of time he deems fit. … read more

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No Kenosis, No Christmas

December 20, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke, Holiday Resources /by Tony Cooke

As Christmas approaches, I have been enjoying Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s book, God in the Manger. Bonhoeffer was a leader in Germany’s Confessing Church, believers who stood in opposition to Hitler and his policies. He was eventually imprisoned and was executed mere weeks before the Allied troops overtook and defeated the Nazis to end WWII in Europe. … read more

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When Christmas Put a War on Hold

December 20, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke, Holiday Resources /by Tony Cooke

A pastor friend just contacted me and let me know he was going to be sharing some thoughts on a few of the Christmas Carols in their Sunday service and asked if I had any thoughts. My heart was immediately gladdened because many of the songs about Christ’s birth carry such rich and profound meaning. … read more

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Who Are “the Lapsed” and Why Do They Matter?

December 13, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

In the early centuries of the church, those who denied their faith in times of persecution were said to have “lapsed.” Those who persevered in their faith and refused to recant or to compromise were called “confessors.” In other words, they truly held fast the confession of their faith despite imprisonment and torture, sometimes unto death. … read more

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Prophecies for 2022?

December 13, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Every time January rolls around, countless prophecies from every corner are given about what God is going to do and about what Christians should expect in the New Year. … read more

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Seven Questions Every Potential Servant of God Should Ask

December 13, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Here are seven questions each of us can ask ourselves to help us begin serving God and working more effectively for Him. … read more

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What Child is This?

December 13, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Of all the people who know that Christmas marks the birthday of Jesus Christ, I wonder how many of them know—I mean, really know—who Jesus actually is. … read more

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Medicine and Miracles

December 13, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

This is Andrew’s story… his testimony about his journey through some serious mental health challenges and substance abuse issues. We hear a lot about “mental health” these days, and we are proud of our son for wanting to share his journey. Andrew is preparing to receive training in peer support to better help others struggling with some of life’s great challenges. … read more

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Developing a Lay Ministry Team in Your Church

December 8, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

We often hear talk about the need to enlist others for ministry, to raise up leaders, to delegate, etc. I was just at John Nuzzo’s church (Victory Family Church) in Cranberry Township, PA, and saw these principles being implemented tremendously well. … read more

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The Real Saint Nicholas

December 6, 2021/in Articles by Tony Cooke /by Tony Cooke

Those in the USA know all about Santa Claus… North Pole, Reindeer, Chimneys, Gifts, Jolly, etc. But way behind all of the myth and lore, there really was a Saint Nicholas. … read more

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