From Expert to Novice
Somehow we clearly communicated that evangelism is for the experts only (please – let’s drop the word “outreach” – it is a false, non-biblical...
Where On Earth Is The Church Going?
Ever wonder “Where will things be in ten years?” I abide by the wisdom that our greatest mistake is to overestimate what can happen...
Walking In The Spirit… Facing the “Problem” of Islam (part 2)
Is the Church under attack from outside forces right now, as in the “Islamic problem,” as many Church leaders are referring to it?
Clearly, the...
Walking In The Spirit… Facing the “Problem” of Islam
This week’s CBS Good Morning show focused in part upon the growing influence Islamic values are having upon the fashion industry. One very popular...
Be Careful With Your Discarded Ideas
I’m a pistachio fan. When you eat them, I recommend you have two bowls - one for the unshelled nuts, and a second one...
Norwegian Independence Day!
Tomorrow is a hallowed day in human history – Norwegian Independence Day. Yes, that’s right. In 1863 (approximately) in a peaceful disconnection, Norway gained...
Student to Student Kindness
A high school student in South Carolina bought her friend shoes, and the gesture moved him to tears.
Reaching Millennials (5 of 5)
5. Show a Willingness to Change
We will never be ready to embrace change. When we force the change, we will stir up resentment and...
Reaching Millennials (4 of 5)
4. Lead and Challenge New Behaviors
This generation isn’t just willing to be challenged – they nearly demand it. A significant part of their mentality...
Reaching Millennials (3 of 5)
3. Build an Accepting Community
Pastors who lead congregations that feel “Stuck” – no sense of momentum, resistance to any new idea or direction.
In conversations...
