A blog designed to develop missional leaders
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong The following is part of a series of “open letters” I have written as I transition from 21 years in the Mesoamerica Region to our new ministry in South America. Dear Missions Mobilization Coordinators, Emily and I have worn many metaphorical hats in cross-cultural ministry. We have been Regional Personnel Coordinator,... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong In the coming weeks I will be writing a series of “open letters” as I transition from 21 years in the Mesoamerica Region to our new ministry in South America. I realize that open letters are sometimes used to express protest or appeal to some leader or another. That’s, of course,... Continue Reading →
By: Scott Armstrong I imagine the readers of this blog have heard the big news, but just in case… During 21 years of ministry, God has greatly blessed us by being able to help many people discover their missionary calling. We’ve seen times of blessing where little by little we have been able to harvest... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong Key Verse: “Also, seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper.” – Jeremiah 29:7 NIV Did you know that 4.4 billion people around the world live in cities? By... Continue Reading →
By: Dr. Stan Toler Luke 23:26-46 Former General Superintendent in the Church of the Nazarene, the late Dr. Stan Toler, was known for writing many excellent books on leadership and ministry. However, he was also known for his gifted preaching. Today, we offer one of the outlines he used to preach on a Good Friday... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong Recently Dr. Eddie Estep, Kansas City District Superintendent, shared an article from Kansas Wildlife and Parks with me. In “The Last Forty Feet,” Kent Barrett maintains that the success of most endeavors depends on preparing well and following through to the very end – “the last forty feet.” Barrett quotes famed fly fisherman... Continue Reading →
Eleven years ago, a group of passionate Caribbean leaders came together with a shared mission to serve others. From this vision, the "Called to Serve" opportunity was born: a unique combination of the 'Youth in Missions' concept and a 'Maximum Mission' approach. For the past decade, this two-week mission has provided a platform for people... Continue Reading →
General Superintendent Fili Chambo delivered the annual Board of General Superintendents’ report during the 100th session of the General Board, 23-26 February, held in person in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. Chambo’s report, titled “Jesus Messiah, the Son of God,” highlighted how God has worked in the lives of his people around the world through the work of... Continue Reading →
Our missionaries with the Genesis initiative are nearing a year of service in Chihuahua, Mexico. We have already heard great reports from them and the district leaders about what God is accomplishing in that city. We have now sent out teams to 14 strategic urban sites in the last decade. Some patterns have emerged, one... Continue Reading →
I am not sure why it has taken so long, but I have just recently been introduced to the work of Jan L. Richardson. Jan is an author and artist who has blessed the Church for decades. Her talents are many. My entryway into her books and art came after my wife and I were... Continue Reading →
Transform the Globe 