Consumerism and Disciple Making Pt. 2 - Purchasing Power is Found in Systems

Consumerism and Disciple Making Pt. 2 - Purchasing Power is Found in Systems

The second question of consumerism is, “Where do I get the power to purchase satisfaction?” The answer is, “Purchasing power is found through employment and participation in institutions/systems.” We are groomed to live a system life that deeply impacts the way we relate to one another, to our work, and to ourselves. 

Marks of a Disciple Making Culture - Intentionally Focused

Marks of a Disciple Making Culture - Intentionally Focused

Just as no book’s written by accident, no sculpture’s sculpted by chance, no disciple making culture’s developed without intentionality. Ministry without intentionality is like a road trip without a GPS. You’ll end up somewhere, but not where you’d hoped...

The ONE Thing a Disciple Must Remember This Year - Memento Mori

The ONE Thing a Disciple Must Remember This Year - Memento Mori

This year, I challenge you to discover or acquire a memento mori. If I’m feeling stressed it helps change my perspective. If frustrated, it helps me call out to my Father for peace. If joyful, it helps me overflow with gratitude. Most of all though, it restores my priorities to what they should be.

Average Church: Actions

Average Church: Actions

American Christians have become so infatuated with theological beliefs that action and application have been neglected. It’s not that theology isn’t important, but when theological convictions don’t lead to actions then both our lives and our witness suffer.

The failure of Christians to visibly act out their faith is a key reason why many are leaving the church.