Steeples
A steeple is perhaps the most distinguishing architectural feature of churches. When you see a steeple, you think “church.” There was a time when churches were at
Whatever Happened to Evangelism? (Part 2)
In the previous column, I noted evangelism is alive and well even though it may not look like “old-fashioned soul-winning.” Instead, the 21st century approach is imbedded in
The Written Word
During the 1970’s, I was pastor of a wonderful young church. The membership was composed of young families with lots of young children. It was an ideal opportunity
Ministering in Changing Times
The shift over the last few decades in church has been noticeable — and that’s a good thing. We have gone from wearing suits and ties and
Seeking Kingdom Vision in Cuba
In recent years, I have had the opportunity to travel overseas a few times. Each time that I have visited a foreign land, I have returned to the United States with a
Vote for Me!
A couple local public school ballot initiatives recently inspired me to go door-to-door with my wife and five-year-old son. I told my son to say “vote for
Whatever Happened to Evangelism? (Part 1)
Whatever happened to evangelism? It’s a fair question. It’s a good question. But it’s one which needs unpacking. Asking whatever happened to evangelism is not the same
Prayers of a Preschool Parent
Attending church with a preschool child can improve one’s prayer life. I silently hope my five-year-old son won’t say anything embarrassing when the leader for children’s time
The Other Side of Othering
I have been an outsider among judgmental people. I know how it feels to walk into a room and for people to think they know who you
Five rational arguments why God (very probably) exists
The question of whether a God exists is heating up in the 21st century. According to a Pew survey, the percentage of Americans having no