Messy Oaks by John Roland
Blog by John Roland. Seeking to be an oak of righteousness (Isaiah 61) but the process is messy. Confidential friend to hurting pastors.
19/04/2026
“The Varsity Jacket Trap: Why True Leadership Is About Serving, Not Strutting”
The Varsity Jacket Trap: Why True Leadership Is About Serving, Not Strutting 1 Timothy 3:1-14 1. Introduction: The Allure of the Title In our modern “look-at-me” culture, we are obsessed with street credit. We love the prestige of a title and the swagger that co…
21/03/2026
27/02/2026
Since day one, the mission of RACE for the Orphans has been to Raise Awareness, Compassion, and Education about the needs of orphans in America and around the world, and to provide financial assistance to adopting families. At the same time, we strive to provide a professional event experience for participants of all ages and levels, including elite runners. Through the generous support of our sponsors and donors, we are able to give significant cash awards and prizes to top finishers and schools.
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https://racefortheorphans.org
23/02/2026
Character Profile Portfolio: Finding Purpose in the “Perhaps”
Character Profile Portfolio: Finding Purpose in the “Perhaps” Philemon 1:15-16 1. Introduction: The Perspective of the Tapestry When we are in the midst of a crisis, life rarely looks like a finished masterpiece. Instead, it resembles the backside of a tapest…