Perspectives on a Missional Life
My friend, JD Greear's random quotes from Sacred Search. Good stuff. I am intrigued now to read the book, too. I just finished reading through Gary Thomas’ Sacred Search, a valuable book for single Christians that challenges a lot of our society’s conventional wisdom about dating. Here are just a few (pretty random) highlights: “In... Continue Reading →
What are YOU willing to do to be His hands, His heart & His voice??, Awesome video about living a life for God... as ambassadors sent into this world. Everyone has a place in missions. What's yours?
Awesome video about living a life for God... as ambassadors sent into this world. Everyone has a place in missions. What's yours?
Pastors, team leaders, and volunteers going on mission need to be concerned about the increasing trend of crisis situations when traveling overseas. Obviously, Mexico and the border have been a recent concern for us here in Texas, and then the team detained in Haiti has been a strong reminder that despite our benevolent intentions, things can... Continue Reading →
The Marati People of India, Embraced Unengaged by men, but not by God! (First Hand Account By L.D., edited by Ariadne Harrison*) Keller, TX – In November of 2011 God put it on my heart to lead our church to “embrace” a second unengaged unreached people group. The Holy Spirit stirred me to pray about... Continue Reading →
When you are engaging in missions with various partners, it is important to think strategically & to maximize long-term ministry by asking the right questions. Here is a list of questions to start you off: 1. People on the Ground - Is there an ongoing ministry presence on the ground by church planters or missionaries?... Continue Reading →
Being Missional is not an event or a project that we just add on to our busy schedule. As Christians, being missional is a lifestyle. We are to be salt and light and make disciples as we go. We can be missional in everyday ways through our normal routine & activities. Here are a few ideas... Continue Reading →
This sweet dog has been one of the greatest evangelistic tools I have! She loves making people friends & she is filled with joy that spills over onto others wherever she goes! My neighborhood is diverse and the homes are filled with people who are unfamiliar with the Jesus story and God's indescribable grace. I... Continue Reading →
We have a purpose for our existence. To live SENT.
As the deer pants for streams of water so, too, do the people in the inner city of Lima thirst for God. Amid the rushing traffic and whirl of pedestrians, there lies a forgotten people. People on the fringes. People who are ignored, pushed aside, or left to make their own way in this world. There is devastating poverty and streets teeming with people without hope.
John Piper's words below brought me comfort & clarity during this time where my heart is wrestling with emotions... truth... anger... deep brokenness... and even a sense of bizarre understanding. We ask why... but, we know. Life on this side of heaven is hard... sometimes a daily battle that we fight just to make it through the day... My Dad loved Jesus... longed to see Him... and when his mind became so clouded by depression & sickness...somewhere along the way, he was blinded by hopelessness.
"Dear God, I am so afraid to open my clenched fists! Who will I be when I have nothing left to hold on to? Who will I be when I stand before you with empty hands? Please help me to gradually open my hands and to discover that I am not what I own, but... Continue Reading →
Missional Mayhem 