One of the greatest dangers as a person launches into a disciplemaking ministry is the temptation towards pride, performance, and arrogance. We must ground all our personal discipleship and…… Read more “Discipleship—Grounded in Grace or Pride?”
Category: Engage in community with other Christ-followers
Created to Reproduce
The foundational theology in the book of Genesis begins with the creation narrative. It sets important precedents and beginnings we should pay attention to. One is the…… Read more “Created to Reproduce”
What We Really Believe
The list of values you might write down, as part of your personal “mission statement,” may not necessarily be what you really believe. No, while we all have beliefs…… Read more “What We Really Believe”
How We Miss Out on Grace: Saying so much, doing so little.
In the late 17th century, the Age of Enlightenment was the beginning of the modern era, a time when knowledge became more emphasized than being. It was a shift epitomized by Descartes…… Read more “How We Miss Out on Grace: Saying so much, doing so little.”
Leading and Living When the Future Looks Dim
God has called us to be influencers for the Kingdom in our neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities. We can each attest that it’s not always smooth sailing. In…… Read more “Leading and Living When the Future Looks Dim”
When the Ordinary Become Extraordinary
As followers of Christ, each of us has the opportunity to be influencers for the Kingdom (that is, to be leaders) where we live, work, and play. Just…… Read more “When the Ordinary Become Extraordinary”
Does Leading in Soft Ways Make Good Culture?
You may have read my last post and said, “Wow, Doug, how in the world can you actually lead and make hard decisions, if you are reflecting…… Read more “Does Leading in Soft Ways Make Good Culture?”
Getting Close to “Sick” People
There’s a bug going around the office. You can tell when someone is coming down with the crud; they move slowly, cough, blow their nose, and they…… Read more “Getting Close to “Sick” People”
Does Our Compassion Move us to Action?
When we look out in our world at those far from God, what are the first emotions that come into our heart? Anger (at the effect of…… Read more “Does Our Compassion Move us to Action?”
The Longest 30 Yards
How would you rate your love and motivation for people who do not yet know Jesus? The shepherd, who is a portrait of God’s heart, left 99…… Read more “The Longest 30 Yards”