A blog designed to develop missional leaders
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 →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong A Genesis church creates and utilizes a plan to involve each Nazarene (of any age group) in discipleship and ministry on the local and/or district level. I had been a missionary for two full years and was traveling to many different countries preaching and teaching. One of the things I spoke... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Emily Armstrong A Genesis Church is one that serves as a continual presence in its community through the practice of compassion. There are certain things in life that should be turned on and off. Let me name a few: a lamp, an alarm clock, a fan, a television, a cell phone, a vehicle. ... Continue Reading →
By: Rev. Scott Armstrong In his lecture on the Apostle’s Creed, Dr. H. Ray Dunning says this regarding the Communion of Saints: “The Church is a congregation of real flesh-and-blood people. This fact is both the glory of the Church and one of its dangers. C.S. Lewis suggests that one way the devil can tempt... Continue Reading →
In the previous entry, we shared a video created to mobilize the Church of the Nazarene in prayer for the next generation of missionaries. We also hope it would inspire young people with an interest in missions and help them grow as effective cross-cultural ministers for Christ! The video is based on the 12 Core... Continue Reading →
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