status quo: the existing state of affairs. innovation: the act or process of introducing something new. When it comes to healthy growth and multiplication, leaders must keep these two definitions in mind. While it seems cool to say, “I’m against the status quo; I’m all for innovation,” such is not […]
Innovation
What do we do when we don’t know what to do? We do more of what we have been doing. Such is not the way of wise Kingdom stewards. To do more of what we know is safe. It is comfortable. It fits with our longstanding systems, organizations, strategies, and […]
More of What We Know
I recently spoke with a church planting leader for a particular denomination. As we talked over coffee, he inquired about the direction of our church when it comes to church planting. My response was to describe our future missionary labors in terms like we read about in Acts 13-14; 16; […]
When a Biblical Model is Viewed as Unusual
Innovation and technology shape lives. They are built on history and they shape history. Any future progress is based on past and present realities. As the Church becomes aware of the blessings that can be found in innovation and technology, She is likely to embrace those blessings for the advancement […]
Asian Wealth, Travel, and the Bigger Picture
Dan Pallotta has written a helpful post for the Harvard Business Review titled, “Stop Thinking Outside the Box.” In this work, he challenges his readers to understand the present box in which they find themselves in order to innovate and move beyond their limitations to health and growth. Consider his […]
How Well Do You Know Your Missiological Box?
Last week, my family and I visited Epcot in Orlando. It had been several years since my previous visit. We had a great time on the rides and visiting the World Showcase area in the park. One particular attraction caught my imagination. Spaceship Earth–the ride that is found within the […]