October, 2009
Embracing the process of parenting
Going to Church to Lose Your Life
Tonight a lady told me she's hopping between two churches because she likes the kids program in one, but the sermons at the other. …(Continue Reading)
When one forgets God...
Why the Goal of the Gospel is not to get People Into Church
Hugh Halter said it way better than I ever could. Here's a lengthy quote from his book, but worth every word: …(Continue Reading)
Sunday's Saying - Food, wine, art, entertainment and...evangelism?
I'm not sure what definition you use for evangelism but my favorite has to do with "changing people's assumptions." To me, if we can dismantle their stereotypes of Christia …(Continue Reading)
Are you Diminishing the Role of Preaching?
Following's a quick explanation of my latest convictions on the role of preaching... …(Continue Reading)
Living among...
This morning I mused over Matthew 13:24-30, the parable where Jesus says we should let the wheat and the tares live with each other, and some day He will return with his angels and do the harvest …(Continue Reading)
Why "church" Should be the By-product, not the End Game
It's interesting to hear one person complain about preaching having too little content and exposition while another complains about it being too dense and not enough stories to relate too. …(Continue Reading)
When you feel low...really low
The hardest part of church planting is it starts testing every part of you, spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and mentally. The process is painful yet wonderful. …(Continue Reading)
Tuesday's Tag - Where's the Solution to Our Problem?
Our problem is on the inside. The solution can only come from the outside ~ Kevin Cawley.