Author Archives: Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Transformed Episode #055 – Trusting God in Turbulent Times

Posted on January 25, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Foreclosures, bankruptcies, and dwindling retirement accounts seem to be all the news these days. Everyone seems to be hurting these days. The recession has tested the limits of many people’s faith. Dr. Matthew Lee Smith encourages our hearts to ‘trust … Continue reading →

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Enjoying a Lighter Burden!

Posted on January 20, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! “You will never be on top of the world if you try to carry it on your shoulders.” ~ Unknown With so many things to do, the Eagle Leader often feels like … Continue reading →

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Bragging On the Team Leader!

Posted on January 13, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! Every person has an invisible sign around their neck that says, ‘Encourage Me!’ ~ Mary Kay Eagle leaders are no less in need of encouragement than anyone else. Some believe that leaders … Continue reading →

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Transformed Episode #054 – Accomplishing Your Mission … No Matter What

Posted on January 10, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

There is a poem that reads … “When you enter that beautiful city, and the saved all around you appear. What joy when someone will tell you, it was you who invited me here.” Accomplishing our mission of telling the … Continue reading →

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Doubts Come – How Do You Overcome Them?

Posted on January 6, 2009 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! Who hasn’t felt the stabbing pain of doubting God? When things go well, we seem to have no reason to question God, His goodness and His provision for our lives. When things … Continue reading →

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Read through the Bible with me this year!

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Dear Eagles partner, One of the greatest transformative activities I have ever undertaken is the reading and rereading of God’s Word each year. Since 1993, when Russ Gabler encouraged me to read cover-to-cover every year, I have watched God bless … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 30, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! As we change out the calendars at our house this week, I always seem to reflect on two things: (1) How have I obeyed the Lord Jesus this year? and (2) Where … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas!

Posted on December 23, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! As we step into the homes of our friends and family this week, we, at Eagles in Leadership, would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! Having our whole family together … Continue reading →

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Enjoying God’s Presence!

Posted on December 16, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Feel free to forward this to a friend! With all of the troubles and turmoil in our world today, many have wondered where God has gone. They see the pain and suffering and question God’s compassion. When tough times come, … Continue reading →

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Interview with Stephen Kendrick , Author of "The Love Dare"

Posted on December 11, 2008 by Dr. Matthew Lee Smith

Too many marriages end when someone says “I’ve fallen out of love with you” or “I don’t love you anymore.” In reality, such statements reveal a lack of understanding about the fundamental nature of true love. The Love Dare, as … Continue reading →

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