A blog designed to develop missional leaders
By: Carlos Castro The night I discovered Amelia, between her yellow star blankets, protected by the maternal warmth of her room with subtle lights and lulled by the sound of lullabies that almost managed to replace the arms of a father and mother, it was raining. It was the only cold night that spring -... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong The following is a devotional written for the opening day of Maximum Mission: Impact D.R., in which 70+ participants from over 15 nations will be serving in the eastern Dominican Republic this week. Key Verse: “The Lord says: ‘It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to... Continue Reading →
Material obtained from The Joshua Project The 10/40 Window is the rectangular area of North Africa, the Middle East and Asia approximately between 10 degrees north and 40 degrees north latitude. The 10/40 Window is often called "The Resistant Belt" and includes the majority of the world's Muslims, Hindus, and Buddhists. The original 10/40 Window... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Emily Armstrong THE TENTH CHARACTERISTIC OF A GENESIS CHURCH IS THAT IT SELF-EVALUATES AND COMMUNICATES RESULTS TO VARIOUS LEVELS OF LEADERSHIP (LOCAL, DISTRICT, ETC.), MAKING CHANGES WHEN INDICATED. “Again!” he said, squealing with delight. Pulling the blanket back to my side, I heard him burst out into an expectation-filled laughter that filled the... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong A Genesis church generously provides economic resources to finance the mission in their city, their district and the world. A few years ago my kids, wife, and I gathered together and talked about different hopes and dreams that we had for the next decade. One of the goals that we set... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong A Genesis church involves everyone in the congregation in interceding for the needs of its community and the world. Let’s play a game. What do the following things have in common? Aunt Edna’s big toe A sick cat A fourth luxury car Destruction of a boss A big-screen plasma TV A hurricane... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Emily Armstrong A Genesis Church assures the entire congregation and all ministries work within a team and collaborate with a unified mission to make disciples. “He’s tired, Em. He’s ready to go home to be with Jesus. We have called in hospice to care for him during the last few days of his... Continue Reading →
A Genesis Church intentionally identifies, develops and sends out pastors, missionaries and new church planters, with a focus on the educational strategy of the denomination. By: Rev. Emily Armstrong “Here, this is for you!” “Thanks…I think,” I said, skeptically eyeing the gallon-sized Ziplock bag that my friend had just placed in my hand. You would... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong A Genesis church preaches holiness regularly and practices holiness daily. It had been a long day at the office. I had some conflicts with some co-workers and a misunderstanding with my boss. Several unplanned interruptions had caused me to never get into a rhythm with the huge tasks on my to-do... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Emily Armstrong A Genesis church is actively involved in the planting of a new congregation in the urban center. “Let’s make them blue,” she said. “Blue cupcakes? Do you really think people want to eat blue cupcakes?” I asked. “Of course they do! Blue cupcakes with sprinkles,” she replied. She quickly went over... Continue Reading →
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