Author Archives: Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

The Cancer of Complaining

by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith “Must you always complain!” I wanted to say. There I was again, listening to another person who seemed to have the spiritual gift of complaining. This one was taking it to an art form! “Now … Continue reading

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7 Issues That Determine Church Size

At its inception, the church was a Mega-church (Acts 2). Granted, as it was being planted it started small (the twelve), but it grew (the 70) until it reached a solid core (120). Bathed in prayer and empowered by the … Continue reading

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Ed Stetzer Talks About Transformational Churches!

Churches committed to following Christ’s example want this world changed for the sake of eternity. While the supernatural piece of making that happen goes without saying, how does a body of believers do its part to be in that “sweet … Continue reading

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MIKE POWERS INTERVIEWS LUIS PALAU!

World evangelist and author Luis Palau (loo-EES puh-LAOW) and his ministry have shared the Gospel with more than 1 billion people through evangelistic events and media. He has spoken in person to more than 25 million people in 72 countries … Continue reading

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The Christian Atheist – A MUST Read!

Craig Groeschel has written a book called The Christian Atheist – and I believe it is a MUST read for all who call on Jesus. The Christian Atheist is quite an eye-catching title – one that seeks to encourage us … Continue reading

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The Paralysis of Fear

(Names have been changed to protect privacy.) (c) 1999 Dr. Matthew Lee Smith Every eagle leader knows the fear that comes when someone says, “I need to speak with you,” in that certain tone of voice. “What did I do … Continue reading

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Matt Bell Talks About Money, Purpose, Joy!

Matt Bell has written a must read – must study book here! It’s subtitle, “The proven path to uncommon financial success,” explains the value of this book. Using time-tested principles from both the Bible and from secular writers, Bell shows … Continue reading

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Mutual Accountability

by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith PhD One of the key secrets to great growth – individually and corporately – is the issue of accountability and the change that comes from it. In fact, when we evaluate based on  the core … Continue reading

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Transformed Interviews Jhan Moskowitz

Jhan Moskowitz North American Director, Jews For Jesus http://jewsforjesus.org/ Jhan Moskowitz, North American Director, was born and raised in the Bronx in New York City. From his refugee parents, he learned at an early age what it means to be … Continue reading

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Urban Praise (WMBI Chicago) Interviews Matt and Melodee!

While in Chicago this past May, Roy Patterson, host of Urban Praise, on WMBI (AM 1110), interviewed Matt and Melodee Smith. The subject of that interview was “Prodigal Children.” Drawing from their 5 year journey through the valley of sorrow … Continue reading

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