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There is no chapter in the Bible like Luke 15. Even without this poignantly unique passage, we know Jesus cares about lost things. He ate with sinners, He healed the broken, and He exceedingly preferred the company of the... Continue Reading »
I visited with two young men who were trying to decide on a place of ministry recently. Both were considering opportunities that would change the trajectory of their lives. I shared with them five principles I use in seeking... Continue Reading »
The Internet lit up recently with outrage when a 20-something woman complained about how hard it was to live in San Francisco, because her job didn’t pay her enough. The post, directed toward the woman’s employer, Yelp, caused many... Continue Reading »
I recently read an article by Joe McKeever: “Does It Matter How the Preacher Dresses?” He encouraged preachers to wear appropriate attire by dressing one step above the men in their congregation. As a young pastor, I asked myself:... Continue Reading »
Today, in an age marked by declining church attendance, worship wars and spectator worship, I believe God is calling His people — in a missional movement — to return to a biblical lifestyle that goes full circle in continual... Continue Reading »
Earlier this year when the Southern Baptist Convention’s International Mission Board announced that it needed to eliminate 600-800 positions, Southern Baptists were shocked and saddened. IMB leaders have allowed the idea to propagate among Southern Baptists that there is... Continue Reading »
I never expected a trip to northern Europe to change me — not like this, anyway. I had been on many mission trips, and this wasn’t my first vision trip. It was, however, my first mission trip to somewhere... Continue Reading »
You slowly hang up the phone and close your eyes. “Lord, use me!” you pray. “Help me know how to ease her pain.” When death comes to a member of your church or to an unchurched acquaintance, your acts... Continue Reading »
The present generation of Southern Baptists will have to answer many difficult, unavoidable questions in regard to the future. Being proactive in dealing with difficult questions such as these is wise. One of these difficult questions is: Do state... Continue Reading »
I wonder sometimes whether the earliest apostles would recognize the way we treat the Old Testament. At best, the first half of our Bible serves as a lengthy preamble to the real Bible, the New Testament. At worst, it’s... Continue Reading »
Though many feel we are living in a post-denomination age, I believe denominations still have a valuable role to play in God’s plan for the church. Denominations provide a way for local churches to work together on projects too... Continue Reading »
During this pivotal year of electing the next president of the United States, we need to be wise with our words and actions. These are serious times. Much passion is rising in America during this season. It is in... Continue Reading »
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