I have always been supportive of parachurch organizations. I was heavily involved in a Christian organization while a student at the University of Kentucky. I earned two degrees from a seminary. I served with a mission agency for nine years. I taught as a Bible college professor (at three different schools) […]
It works! Let’s do it! This is a philosophy that often drives many churches, agencies, institutions, and networks; yet, we rarely state it this way. To do so, would mean that we embrace pragmatism. Wow! Look at these results. Therefore, our means to the end justifies the outcome. Great results […]
Just Because It Works Doesn’t Mean We Should
The MissioNexus Church Connection Tour wraps up today in Atlanta. It has been a wonderful time discussing migration and mission in Baltimore, Los Angeles, Toronto, Chicago, and Atlanta. I have been encouraged by the turnout from churches, networks, and mission agencies, representing a variety of evangelical denominations and non-denominational traditions. […]
Migration and Mission: Church Connection Tour 2014
The Kingdom Ethic contains some peculiar matters: — Many who are first will be last, and the last first (Matt 19:30). — Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled; everyone who humbles himself will be exalted (Luke 14:11) — Jesus came as a suffering Messiah. — We are to be […]
Mites, Breadcrumbs, and Kingdom Paradox
The United Nations has declared June 20 World Refugee Day. I have decided to use this post to bring this matter to your attention. I believe the international migration of peoples (which includes refugees) is a major global reality shaping the face of the Church. The following is an excerpt […]
World Refugee Day
How you say what you say is almost as important as what you say. Your medium matters. You may be right and speak the truth, but your message is tainted because of your attitude. You may be right and speak the truth, but your lifestyle behind closed doors blanches the […]
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