“There’s no place like home for the holidays … for the holidays you can’t beat home sweet home.” Perry Como croons the words to that Christmastime favorites as I sit at my computer in my own home. If there is a word most associated with “Christmas” other than “Christ,” I think it would be “home.” […]
Part 2: Why do millennials need more than our hyper-individualistic society provides? Read Part 1 here.David Brooks’ most recent provocative book takes us on a quest for a moral life within a culture sinking in hyper-individualistic amorality. After citing the evidence for this “catastrophe” he directs the readers’ attention to their heart and soul that equips […]
But when he saw the multitudes, he was moved with compassion on them, because they fainted, and were scattered abroad, as sheep having no shepherd. Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers […]
By Jack SwiftIf you hear about something enough times, the topic can become mundane. That’s what the name “Lottie Moon” became to me growing up in the church. I knew the name was associated with a Christmas offering, but I couldn’t tell you who she was, why the offering was named after her, or why […]
“I believe the current model of youth ministry is hopelessly flawed in several ways…”
A new book by a best selling New York Times columnist and Yale teacher offers an answer to the above question, though the reader must sort through the author’s personal reflections and social research. David Brooks not only diagnoses our culture’s problems but proposes a believable solution that is rooted in the depths of Christian […]
“When you believe in Jesus and you go out there and play … that changes your heart.”
“I can’t remember. I’m just going to Google it.” I’ve lost track of how many times this week I’ve said something to that effect. As a 21-year-old, that phrase is such a part of modern-day vernacular that I rarely pay attention to it.Some of you remember a time before Google was a vital information source […]
The obituaries of rural and small-town churches are premature.Indeed, we continue to see clear evidence of hope and promise for both the churches and the communities. While the need is still great in the cities and more urban populations, we cannot ignore God’s work and opportunities in less populous areas.What is taking place to give […]
This week, my mentoring group at Southeastern Seminary and I talked about stress on pastors during the Christmas season. Having had the discussion, I decided to revise this post to remind us to pray for pastors. Here’s why this season can be tough on pastors:We minister to folks who are especially hurting during the holiday […]