Finals, papers, etc. for the seminary semester are finished, so I can turn my attention to writing that won’t be graded. (At least not by professors…) A few weeks ago I introduced the paradigm shift our church has undertaken. We’ve been moving from a “come and see” paradigm to a “go and tell” paradigm. Check out my last post for…
Developing a coherent ministry philosophy, one that’s rooted in Scripture, informed by Christian tradition, and embodied in a local congregation, does not happen overnight. Even in the earliest days of my church planting journey, I was vexed by a feeling that something was off. I was mimicking what I’d seen, but I was quickly losing confidence in everything I had…
I work in coffee shops a good bit. I generally start my day working in one then spend the rest of the day working with Jason (Rez staff member) in the Risen City Center. I’ve seen a lot of people. I’ve listened to some. I’ve shared the gospel with some. I’ve laughed with some. I’ve just nodded at most. Today…
My wife’s old neighbor found a puppy injured on the side of the road. Of course, if this dog does not get claimed, I’m in big trouble. Because my wife, like many of the people in my life, cannot resist an adorable puppy. Who am I kidding? I can’t resist an adorable puppy, either. But it got me thinking. If…