Here's another quote from Everyday Church by Chester and Timmis: We often talk of a “good church.” When people move to a new area, we may commend a local church as a “good church,” but what criteria do we use to make such an assessment? Preaching? Youth work? Music? For Peter a good church is … Continue reading Good Church
Not Small Group
Life Teams ought to be gospel communities. Here's a great passage from Everyday Church by Chester and Timmis which contrasts gospel communities with traditional small groups. Gospel communities are not like house groups, Bible study groups, pastoral groups, or ministry teams. House groups obviously vary hugely, and yours may function very much like a gospel … Continue reading Not Small Group
Parenting on Mission
Juggling family and mission can be difficult. Looking around, it seems like churches and Christians sometimes come to the conclusion that its impossible and since the promise of a happy and healthy family fills seats, we opt for family over mission. We tell ourselves and each other that we are in a "season of life" … Continue reading Parenting on Mission
Everyday Evangelism
Every person has their own gospel. Helping them evaluate it in light of the gospel of Christ, is a great way to transition from daily conversation to evangelism.
Breaking Up With Sauron
For such a sought after piece of jewelry, the Ring of Power doesn't seem to be very powerful. What power does the ring bestow to its wearer but invisibility? Could a person so empowered aspire to hold sway over personal and even global outcomes? Indeed they can and they do. Unlike The Invisible Man, Frodo … Continue reading Breaking Up With Sauron
Pleasant Street is Gone 