Spoiler Alert: Are Churches Going the Way of Hollywood Predictability?
Did movies get worse? Over the holiday I saw Wonka at my childhood movie theater. That cinema features one screen, no online reservations, and seats reminiscent of jury duty. However, I walked […]
5 Reasons Why We Must Reach the University
As a campus minister, it is my belief that the university campus is one of the most exciting and strategic mission fields in the United States. Here are my top […]
Called to Missions? Rethinking Our Language in Light of Scripture
When it comes to missions, the personal call is that which is as often cited by the missionary candidate during fund raising as is the need of the people to […]
Following Paul’s Example as He Follows the Example of Christ
In 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul told the Christians in Corinth, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (NIV). So, as people who want to be better disciples […]
7 Steps to Catalyze A Disciple-Making Movement
Hello, I’m a pastor in North America. I minister to a church and am simultaneously seeking to help catalyze a disciple making movement. Because of the opposition we’ve encountered in […]
Do You Have the Kind of Discipleship That Stands through the Storm?
I find that people who often have the hardest time becoming relational are those who have been in church a long time. If you ask personal questions, they don’t want […]
Your Ministry Will End Someday. Have You Thought Much About How?
You should really consider leaving ministry. Before you change the date and turn in your pre-written resignation letter to the board of your church, let me clarify. Wherever you are […]
Disciple Making in the Megachurch: Q&A with Bart Shaw of Trader’s Point Christian Church
Can large, long-established churches move to a disciple-making core focus? What steps need to be taken? I recently caught up with Bart Shaw, Campus Pastor and Lead Discipleship Pastor at […]