"AskPastorWalter"

As a Church & Ministry Consultant (Sacred Role)/Management Consultant (Secular Role) since September 1996, and I have seen the GLARING IMBALANCE found in both the religious and the political circles and leadership IN SPADES! Ugh!! If I’ve had ONE primary reason for wanting to choose another career path and vocation, is because I absolutely “hate” PRIDE and “despise” with an even greater intensity — BAD LEADERSHIP; and, as an OCCUPATIONAL NORM it seems that in both fields; there overrun with people “full of the selves” to the point PEOPLE, COMMUNITY, and SOCIETY suffers.. The Hubris Syndrome, written by Lord David Owen - the former British Foreign Secretary from the late 70's, has quite an interesting take on the noticeable imbalance and blaring dysfunction that is prevalent amongst many "political leaders". While reading the article, it made me think of the state of affairs amongst many "church leaders" that I've encountered in my 29 years of consulting...

Our challenge in understanding God's Kingdom, including the economy and government which are its foundation, is - though submitted cooperation through our human agency is critical to seeing it manifest; we don't tie His hands or alter His will through pride, spiritual blindness or hardheadedness! We simply limit the kingdom's influence in our own lives by displaying these behaviors! So, "entitled leaders" who think the world revolves around them must be building something else - the "kingdoms of men". God has mercy on our innocent ignorance, but refuses to let the world go to hell while we "have church"! WS-3

Your own "capacity" determines whether "irreconcilable differences" will be a reality in your life or not. Sometimes, the only choice you have is separation or divorce; but quickly claiming that something is irreconcilable, insults the "grace" of God available to the believer - which makes all things possible in the heat of any battle. Don't let your hurt and inability to communicate be the reason changing desires and petty inconveniences steal your affections from your mate. It's a covenant, even if you no longer believe in it! Don't let the culture and all the rampant compromises you've seen poison your soul...WS-3

I've been watching video submissions of members of the LGBT community that are working together to curb the increasing suicide rates amongst gay teens on www.ItGetsBetter.org . As I'm listening, my heart is pierced by the level of compassion that's being shown by people all over the country, who are frustrated and sickened by the inability of the religious community to lay down their "holy books" f or a moment to curb this growing epidemic. Faith, Hope and Love are the only unsinkable principles that will remain, according to 1 Corinthians 13. Perhaps our fear of compromising the gospel is our opportunity to show Christ's compassion without feeling that you've "sided with the sinners". Let's go deeper, saints! WS-3

My Thoughts on Homosexuality Disclaimer : This is not an attempt to be academic or empirical in the way that I approached writing this document, neither is it meant to be a comprehensive strategy to the many "fronts" that exist with this landmark issue.   I'm simply speaking from my heart, and I did NOT consult anyone about this issue as I've been prayerfully constructing this opinion – based upon my current or developing "biblical knowledge". Forgive my “limited knowledge” concerning the scope of the issue, as you read. Where you discover errors or omissions, please feed back to me at ( pureinheart@att.net ), so that I can gain more insight and better understanding as I address this community that I love, despite our obvious differences. I'm not fragile, so don't waste time hurling insults - it really won't be given my precious energy, or affect me! God Bless!   ( Pastor Walter L Smith III; Published on 9/29/2011 )   P.S. - Read to...

There is a great urgency and heart-cry from so many people right now concerning being in God's will during this season. The problem with this is, our faith and obedience is the ONLY cooperation required to bring us into His perfect will - but these things still don't negate the process we all must go through! "Well - Why are SO MANY processes necessary to get into the place God has ordained? I'm really tired of waiting, and I don't know what else He could possibly want from me?" Does this sound a little familiar to you? Well, it probably does for many in this hour - but the questions point to the unrealistic expectations of many believers based upon the consumption of spiritual food that does not settle and establish you; like the meat of God's word! Anyone who REALLY has a significant assignment to fulfill must undergo God-processing, to build the capacity needed to handle the weighty purposes that the Father permits us to partner with Him in! DO Y...

Every single day as we walk by faith and choose to live for Christ, we are guaranteeing fruitfulness, longevity and abundant life for today and for the future! Our race is won one day at a time, and our focus is not on impressing others, but expressing our heart-felt thoughts to one another and sharing intimate fellowship with the Father. We are not anxious or concerned about God fulfilling His promises to us—instead, we are keeping His promises on our lips and enjoying our journey, as we commit to prayer every step we take. We are not in a rush any longer—as we “walk with God”, our days get sweeter and our lives grow richer. GOT FAITH? God's plans don't change because of unexpected storms, prolonged delays or annoying distractions - these things reveal that His plans are real and that His grace can sustain us! As long as we trust that God will answer our prayers in His timing and do what is in our best interest (according to His will and purpose), all that He requ...