Matthew’s parable of the workers in the vineyard is one of my favorites. I love the final scene where the various workers stand, waiting to be paid. … [Read more...] about Experiencing Grace: Reflections on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard
THRIVE OR SURVIVE?
A few years ago, our student minister, Greg, asked me to meet him at a local coffee shop. I rarely turn down a good cup of coffee, so it was an easy … [Read more...] about THRIVE OR SURVIVE?
Building Bridges in a Divided World: Steps for Cultivating Unity
In a world that feels dangerously divided, followers of Jesus can be proactive and intentional about building bridges over the chasm of our … [Read more...] about Building Bridges in a Divided World: Steps for Cultivating Unity
How to Overcome Polarization: Resist Idolatry
As a pastor’s kid, I grew up reading the Bible. I want to tell you it’s because I was so holy. The truth is that when you were in church, as … [Read more...] about How to Overcome Polarization: Resist Idolatry
Authentic Kindness
A loving father tucked his young daughter into bed and quoted the same words from the Bible every night. “And be ye kind one to another . . .” … [Read more...] about Authentic Kindness
Bearing Kingdom Fruit: Reflections on Growth
Growth. A complex word, growth. It’s found everywhere. Personal growth plans. Business growth strategies. Income growth. Spiritual growth. … [Read more...] about Bearing Kingdom Fruit: Reflections on Growth
Saved and Called
On an early spring Sunday afternoon when I was eight years old, I walked the short distance from my family’s home to the home of our pastor, Ken Haag. … [Read more...] about Saved and Called
Insights from Samurai Sudoku: Lessons for Church Systems
This week, while engaging in a Samurai Sudoku puzzle, I came to the realization that there are lessons we can glean about church systems from these … [Read more...] about Insights from Samurai Sudoku: Lessons for Church Systems
10 Practices to Help Us Cultivate a Jesus Worldview
Irish singer and songwriter Bono of the band U2 confesses, “I believe Jesus is the Son of God; if we could be more like him, the world would be … [Read more...] about 10 Practices to Help Us Cultivate a Jesus Worldview