Yemen has been in the news a great deal for the past several months. However, global attention recently has been raised to a new level with some asking if the crisis is about to spark a regional war. If you need a summary of what is happening, check out this […]
Demographics
More hours on-line than peers elsewhere. Highest percent on Twitter and YouTube, relative to internet users. Facebook, a usual mode of communication. Soaring Smartphone growth. 75% of the country under 30. Highly globalized youth population, many speaking English. Government providing funding for study abroad. 4th largest number of international students […]
Friending Saudis
I recall a day when demographers, sociologists, and church growth leaders spoke of a massive generation who would come of age in a few years. This generation was larger in size than the Baby Boomers and would develop under a postmodern umbrella. The influence of this generation was going to […]
Some Slept and Generation Z Awoke
We know the world is filled with rapid change. We often say, “change is the only constant.” Since such is the case, we should expect our ministry positions to change with time. They are in a state of evolution with shifting contexts. However, many leaders do not recognize this matter. […]
Evolution of Your Position
I often hear from church planters in North America: Of these 37 local churches, there are no gospel preaching churches in this community. These churches are not Reformed enough (Or, These churches are too Reformed.). They preach the gospel, but it’s not really deep. Just John 3:16 kinda stuff every […]
Doing Away with the Flavor of the Month
I recently read this article describing a once booming Chinese business district in New Orleans. From the 1870s-1930s, the city was home to a substantial enclave. While the Chinese are still located in New Orleans, this article reminded me that much can happen in 60 years. My guess is that […]
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