Dr. Milton Gay Valencia Mesoamerica Regional Evangelism Coordinator “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). Did you know that God prepares us to share the good news... Continue Reading →
Where’s Home?
By: Sydney Armstrong I remember around 8 years ago; my family was hosting a work team visiting the Dominican Republic from the United States. I sat in front of an older man but beside my father, hoping I wouldn’t have to carry conversation. Besides, all the questions for missionary kids are always the same. If... Continue Reading →
Minding the Gap (in Ministry)
By: Rev. Dr. Clark Armstrong There is an intricate subway system in London with many levels and sub-levels transporting hundreds of thousands of people every day in thousands of directions underneath the city. Not only can you get lost trying to get from place to place in The Tube (its nickname); danger lurks all around.... Continue Reading →
More Jesus in Evangelism
By: Michael Frost I recently came across an article by missiologist and author Michael Frost entitled “Jesus Take the Wheel.” The story he tells of an interaction with an Uber driver (reprinted below) caused a lot of discussion amongst our team, and we will even dedicate a future episode of The Worthless Servants podcast to... Continue Reading →
Testimonies of Hope in Trials
The following is a continuation of a Christianity Today Article written by Syntyche D. Dahou and entitled: “French’s Two Words for Hope Helped Me Endure the Pandemic.” Hope does not shelter us from the trials and difficulties of life, but it helps us overcome them with serenity and joy. Scripture reminds us of this. “Against... Continue Reading →
How Church Leaders Can Empower and Pursue Millennials and Gen Z
By: Micah Davis I recently read an excellent article by Micah Davis entitled “How Church Leaders Can Empower and Pursue Millennials and Gen Z”. Recent stats have said that we as a Church are NOT empowering the next generations well, and we have shown that in some previous posts. After reading the article, I jotted... Continue Reading →
4 Biblical Principles of Generosity
By: Scott Armstrong I recently heard an interview with author Art Rainer, where he spoke about a Scriptural focus on giving and money. I later found many excellent resources at his website, where at one point he highlights the four Biblical principles of generosity. As I spell those out below, I’ll also offer some of... Continue Reading →
Reaching those who Cannot Hear
By: Hugo Lucero “Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit; and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age” (Matthew 28:19-20). Without... Continue Reading →
6 Keys to Starting a Spiritual Conversation
I have a confession to make: we often make mission and missions way too complicated. We hotly debate strategies and the most effective methods, and we sometimes have policy manuals the size of old, dusty encyclopedias. While we should certainly hash out plans for reaching the world and while structure is not a bad thing,... Continue Reading →
Is Your Organizational Model the Right Fit?
By: Jami Coffman, JD Levy & Associates I was privileged to attend a recent leadership workshop where the facilitator taught on organizational models and how our structure influences our mission and effectiveness. It reminded me of the following article written by Jami Coffman from JD Levy & Associates. As you read, reflect on your church... Continue Reading →