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 MINISTRY LEADERSHIP
Hope for the Thinking Christian
I use the term “thinking Christian” to refer to those who view the faith with a more open outlook, carefully and tactfully considering and respecting the faith paths of others. We need to confront our faith more directly, to think it through and be open to God in an individual, authentic, spiritual encounter.
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 ADULT MINISTRY
Praying the Scripture
My college pastor once commented, “There is a difference between studying the Bible and meeting the Author.” How tragic when we forget that simple truth! Bible study is important, but what is most important is encountering God in the text.
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 YOUTH MINISTRY
The Church's Role in Helping Teenagers Listen for God's Call
So few young people live in a setting like my growing-up days where a built-in group of relations take care of them. The church must be this network for today’s young people. Teenagers need folks beyond their parents who are willing to deal with tough questions about life, God, and choices.
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 CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Best Laid Plans
It is no secret that plans often fall through (Prov 19:21; Isa 55:8). But just because our plans disintegrate does not mean our lesson has to. Much like in any other crisis, our response can escalate the chaos or bring calm. There are three things to remember when we find that our plans are not being fulfilled as we expected: Stop and Look, Listen, and Learn.
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