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Over the last several years of living in Africa, I’ve had a unique vantage point from which to see political influence and polarization,... read more

As a pastor or spiritual leader, what do you think of when you hear the word discipleship? For many, this immediately brings to mind... read more

In today’s contemporary, western culture, we crave gratification. We long for fulfillment. Yet like an elusive carrot, we can’t ever... read more

One of the great attractions of John Wesley’s theology is his ability to hold in tension ideas and commitments that others separate. Far... read more

Most churches are closed communities. ... read more

As leaders, when confronted with a problem, our instincts are to get a team together in a room, break out the whiteboard, and develop a... read more

It's that time of year again when we fill our homes and lives with yuletide busyness. Do you remember a couple of years ago when the... read more

"It was the most fun that I have ever had in ministry. We were a community of the desperate." These were the first words out of the mouth... read more

I have experienced several Christmases that were filled with fear. One that I don’t really remember, but that I know I internalized, was... read more

In Luke 2 verse 16 we read, “So they went with haste and found Mary and Joseph and the child lying in the manger. When they saw this,... read more

We love the idea of a warm cozy Christmas, with beautiful church services, family celebrations and generous gift giving. We wrap ourselves... read more

I don’t like messy things. I like gleaming cars that look like you just drove them off the lot, straight offices featuring lots of... read more