In our ministry update this month we shared the testimony of how the Lord is using a mission team we sent to Japan for two-months. Because we try to keep those updates concise, we were only able to share a short quote of a testimony from one of our team members, Austin, who is pictured in the middle … [Read more...] about Full Version of Student Testimony From Japan Mission
Mobilizing Students for Cross Cultural Ministry on Campus and Internationally
For a long time, I have believed that by reaching the campus we can ultimately reach the entire world. I'm not sure when got that idea, but when I heard a passionate presentation from The Traveling Team, as a recent college grad, that conviction certainly intensified. In the collegiate … [Read more...] about Mobilizing Students for Cross Cultural Ministry on Campus and Internationally
Is it Un-Christian to Support Gun Ownership?
With the current debate about gun rights some have asked the question whether it is "Christian" to own a gun or even to support gun ownership. After all, doesn't the Bible say, "thou shalt not kill"? Aren't guns made to kill people? I'm glad that the question is being asked because the Bible does … [Read more...] about Is it Un-Christian to Support Gun Ownership?
The One Goal That Should Guide All Other Goals
The start of a new year is a time when many people are making resolutions and setting goals for the year ahead. There is a sense of freshness and of new-beginnings in January that wasn't there in December. It's a time of letting go of the old and looking forward to the new possibilities ahead. … [Read more...] about The One Goal That Should Guide All Other Goals
How to Talk about Politics Without Losing Friends
With less than a week left to go until Election Day, the political campaigns are making their final pitch to convince you of who and what to vote for. It's important that we engage in conversation about the issues, but I'm concerned by the degree of hostility that I sometimes see displayed in the … [Read more...] about How to Talk about Politics Without Losing Friends
“Is The Bible True…Really?” by Josh McDowell and Dave Sterrett
Every now and then I come across a book that I just have to tell others about. Is the Bible True . . . Really?: A Dialogue on Skepticism, Evidence, and Truth (The Coffee House Chronicles) is one of those books. After reading this book myself I have given it several others, mostly college … [Read more...] about “Is The Bible True…Really?” by Josh McDowell and Dave Sterrett
Thoughts about Religion on College Campuses
This week I was contacted by a student at Florida A & M University who wanted my thoughts on a few things pertaining to an article she was working on for the campus newspaper. She was writing about the influence (or lack of influence) that religion plays in the lives of college students. I … [Read more...] about Thoughts about Religion on College Campuses
The 360º Leader: How to Make a Difference From Anywhere in an Organization
Have you ever wanted to make a positive difference in your organization or ministry, but just felt like you just weren't quite high enough in the organization to make a significant impact? I have felt this way multiply times and in various jobs and organizations that I have served in. I would do … [Read more...] about The 360º Leader: How to Make a Difference From Anywhere in an Organization
Theology is Not a Dirty Word
Strangely, some church people are suspicious of theology. To some, "theology" is like a dirty word, something distasteful to be avoided. They view theology as something always dry and religious, prone to quench the Spirit, something to be held with contempt and possibly even feared. To some … [Read more...] about Theology is Not a Dirty Word
The Ministry of Listening
When you first think of "ministry" I would be willing to bet that the word listening, is not one of the first things to come to mind. We mostly think of events and activities: Sunday worship services, outreaches to feed the homeless, youth group trips, Sunday school classes, small group Bible … [Read more...] about The Ministry of Listening
2 Essential Attitudes for Every Leader (and Follower)
In my own life I have been blessed by the example of many great leaders: People who have at time seemed like heroes to me; people who have set a great example by their apparent faith, courage, perseverance, passion for the lost and devotion to Christ. I sincerely count the influence of these people … [Read more...] about 2 Essential Attitudes for Every Leader (and Follower)
God Test-ing 1,000 Students at Texas State
You've heard me talk about the God Test before. It's a great tool created by Rice Broocks to help start a meaningful conversation and create an opportunity to share the Gospel. I've personally found this tool very helpful and highly recommend it. In the week leading up to Easter, students and … [Read more...] about God Test-ing 1,000 Students at Texas State