Rick Warren

You don't have to achieve perfection to make a difference in the world...or in yourself.

Veterans,not reporters gave us freedom of the press Veterans,not poets gave us freedom of speech Our Vets,not activists gave us freedom to protest Our Vets,not politicians gave us freedom to vote Vets,not pastors gave us freedom to worship Vets,not lawyers gave us the right to a fair trial

@ArchbishopOKC you will have our prayers.

Part 2 of How Should I Live in this World? pastorrick.com/current-teachi…

Rude leaders aren't really leaders. They are narcissists.

If you are either a CHURCH PLANTING network, org, or movement, or you are a CHURCH PLANTER, please let me know & follow me so I can follow you- then we can direct message each other. If you know someone like this, please forward this to them. Bless you and THANKS! Rick

Nothing is more empowering & liberating than trusting God's Sovereignty! Others often intend something to harm you but God is greater than their scheme They THINK they're in control God laughs at that He's USING them to position you for greater effectiveness & blessing Dont Worry

“Isn't it splendid to think of all the things there are to find out about? It makes me feel glad to be alive. It's such an interesting world. It wouldn't be half so interesting if we knew all about everything." LM Montgomery, novelist, Anne of Green Gables Live with wonder!

Life is a rollercoaster Yesterday was the 12th Anniversary of Matthew’s death Today is the 45th Anniversary of Saddleback’s birth Apr.5, 2013 our youngest lost his lifelong battle with mental illness Apr.6,1980 Kay & l launched the 1st public service of our church. Romans 12:15

For 55 yrs my Life Verse has been Acts 13:36 "David served #thePurposeofGod in #HisGeneration" Do what's timeless in a timely way. Serve what's eternal in a relevant way. Live for what never changes in a world that is constantly changing. THAT defines a truly successful life!

However, on the same day it snowed on Saddleback Mountain I picked these oranges, tangerines, lemons, and avocados from some of the many fruit trees I planted in my back yard 30 years ago.

Yes, it can #snow in Orange County, CA. but only on our #SaddlebackMountain. It looked like this from my backyard this week

I was confronted with this in my quiet time reading today: "Do not mistreat those who are widows, those who are orphaned, those who are immigrants, or those who are poor. And don't even think evil against others in your heart." Zechariah 7:10

The Great Commission isn’t just for pastors & missionaries—it’s for everyone. Your job, your community, your life is your mission field. 🌎 Discover more with ways @bobrobertsjr suggests to engage, mobilize & transform your city. glocal.net/learn

Lunch with friends

Behind every self-defeating habit is a lie you believe. Identify the lie and believe the truth. "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." John 8:32

Behind every self-defeating habit is a lie you believe is true.

I apologize. I wrote poorly. I don't believe Jesus was a centrist. He stands far above it all. “My kingdom is not of this world..." Jn.18:36 Jesus demands our total allegiance as the center of our lives.

Jesus: "Whoever #serves me must #FOLLOW me." Jn 12:26 Seems obvious, right? But while serving Jesus in ministry, we can stop #following Him! Instead, we start following politicians, podcasters, or peers-and our vision, values & priorities come from social media, not Jesus. #bad

In 55 years of serving God by serving others... I learned I didn't need great faith to accomplish great things... I just needed a simple faith in a Great God. The size of your God, not the size of your faith, should determine the size of your goals.