Category Archives: On Being in Ministry

Dealing With Loss

Posted on July 9, 2014 by kristinlindeen

Originally posted on ERIK LINDEEN:
Last week, my wife and I experienced the pain and loss of our fourth miscarriage. To be honest, I’m still coming to grips with it.  I was just starting to get excited about the idea…

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“Hello, God, Answers Please?”

Posted on May 30, 2014 by kristinlindeen

Many moms have commented on the blessing I enjoy of having my kids in a wonderful daycare. And yes, it’s a blessing! I’m so grateful to work from home, with such flexibility, with a lady who loves my kids I … Continue reading →

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Too Pretty to be a Pastor’s Wife?

Posted on May 9, 2014 by kristinlindeen

“How you doing today?” As I filled my water bottle at a rest stop in southern Minnesota, I looked to my right to see two older men, sitting in an office. “I’m doing fine–how ’bout you?”  “Good, good. Going far?” “Madison … Continue reading →

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When You Finally Get the “NO”

Posted on April 9, 2014 by kristinlindeen

People always say “Oh, God’s never not answering you. His answer is just ‘not yet’.” People say “It’s in times of waiting, hoping, dreaming, wishing, begging for answers that we are shaped, molded, and challenged to trust.” People encourage “Just keep … Continue reading →

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Plodding through the Airport

Posted on March 26, 2014 by kristinlindeen

I’m plodding I thought this to myself as I traipsed through yet another airport. Is that an output of my state of mind right now? YES. I’m plodding. I’m not strolling, skipping, speed-walking … But plodding. If you know me, … Continue reading →

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I’ve Been Half-Lying

Posted on March 8, 2014 by kristinlindeen

“God is sovereign!” We’ve all said it. Complain, complain, critique, question, complain … “But it’s all good–God is sovereign!” I’m know I’m guilty of it. Saying that TRUTH but not wholeheartedly believing it. I mean, I BELIEVE God is sovereign. … Continue reading →

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Sitting at a Yellow Light

Posted on November 13, 2013 by kristinlindeen

It’s a funny thing, life. One minute, you’re put-putting along, thinking you’ve got your life pretty much down pat. At least for this phase, this time, this three year segment …. The next minute, you feel things slipping here, slipping … Continue reading →

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Plot Twist: Waiting for God to Speak

Posted on October 7, 2013 by kristinlindeen

Ever wondered how you ended up somewhere? Ever found yourself questioning your path? Doubting your choices? Worse yet, wondering if perhaps you didn’t hear the call you thought you heard? But it’s not always a good feeling. The God of … Continue reading →

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The Art of Ministry: Generosity Required

Posted on September 6, 2013 by kristinlindeen

“Listen carefully to what I am saying—and be wary of the shrewd advice that tells you how to get ahead in the world on your own. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity. Stinginess impoverishes.” Mark 4:25, The … Continue reading →

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The Art of Ministry: It’s Not Complicated

Posted on July 21, 2013 by kristinlindeen

You know what I tend to forget? Ministry happens in small moments. It’s not all about leading big programs, or creating huge experiences. It’s not always about droves of people, and lengthy services. (In fact, it’s never about lengthy services. … Continue reading →

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