MUST READ
Kind is the New Classy
As a woman in today’s world, you know the pressure you feel on all sides to conform to society’s expectations. In her new book, Kind...
Jesus is the Model
I have been overseeing a threaded online discussion with dozens of pastors from around the world. Has been interesting as always.
My beginning - "Jesus...
Trader Joe’s Employees – My Kind of People
A friend and I attended a pastor’s conference awhile back. It was a pretty relaxed group; some might say too relaxed! At the end,...
Kindness in the News
Belle and Abby: Kindness in Middle School for All
Belle holds open one door, Abby the other, and they go to work.
"Morning Jack! How's football...
8 Projects to Try Out This Fall
I'm often asked about the best projects for success. Whether it’s a warm and sunny area like Southern California, or Seattle where it apparently...
How’s Your Smile?
Since I was a child I’ve been told there is healing power in a smile. As with a lot of gifts, the giver can...
Kindness Now: A Biblical Overview, Part 1
Why Kindness?
The concept of demonstrating God’s Kindness is not a new idea. The pattern of Kindness is shown clearly in the character of God...
Larry’s Last Words
Comedian Stephen Wright says he wishes his first words would have been “Quote” so at the end of life his life he could just...
Explore God/Chicago 2019
WHAT IS EXPLORE GOD CHICAGO 2019?
Explore God Chicago 2019 is a Community Outreach Initiative led by a committee of local pastors and business and...
OUTREACH & EVANGELISM
Keep It Simple.
Even though we have a dozen points here about starting vital outreach the basic idea behind Servant Evangelism is quite simple. My tendency is...
#2. Don’t Replace the Word “Evangelism.”
Many have felt the need to play with the “E” word thinking it is offensive or out of date. The words we use to...
#17.5 Smile, a LOT!
Some of those you seek to serve will be fearful of your offer of kindness. After all, they have never had someone offer to...
LEADERSHIP
The Lifespan of Generosity
The Return on a Seed
It was something simple. Just a few donuts to the...
Make News Out of Transformations Taking Place.
I am often asked “How can one create a culture of serving somewhere that has...
Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously.
When God is up to something exciting we naturally get excited. That thrill can go...
Make Heroes Out of Many
Make heroes out of as many people as you can as you start outreach. You...
Assignment #3: Just Start!
There isn’t much to mess up in this equation except your lack of action. Just...
LIFE LESSONS
Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously.
When God is up to something exciting we naturally get excited. That thrill can go in an odd direction if we take our results...
MEDIA
Great Connections
Just got back from several days of conferencing in southern California. It has been a while since I last was in a highly charged...
LATEST POSTS
The Lifespan of Generosity
The Return on a Seed
It was something simple. Just a few donuts to the night shift guy and they’d be on their way....
#4: Listen for Your Starting Projects.
Don’t do just one project as you launch out. Try several in quick succession. Servant Evangelism is a lot like fishing but the name...
Make News Out of Transformations Taking Place.
I am often asked “How can one create a culture of serving somewhere that has been lacking an outward focus?” That’s a fair question...