According to a few blogs out there, the Korean missionaries just might be released. Let’s keep praying!
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Archive for August, 2007
29 Aug
Hostages to Be Released? (YES!)
29 Aug
More Thoughts on “Megachurch”
I just finished Scott Thumma and Dave Travis’ Beyond Megachurch Myths. I posted several days ago about some initial observations and thoughts I had and won’t rehash anything I said (well, hopefully).
What I Liked About the Book
Fair and balanced. Unlike FOX, Thumma and Travis actually live up to the expections I had after reading the [...]
27 Aug
Dealing With Discouragement
I was checking my Bloglines tonight before bed and came across Perry Noble’s Sunday Night reflection. First of all, I thank God for moving mightily as NewSpring. I pull for every Christ-committed pastor who is fulfilling their calling from the Christ to preach the Word and tend the flock of God.
But what also what caught [...]
26 Aug
My Spiritual DNA
I was thinking about my spiritual DNA last night and what matters to me:
Favorite Bible Book: John (1 & 2 Timothy are clooose behind)
Life Verse(s): 1 Timothy 4:16 and Proverbs 4:23
Ministry Manifesto Verse(s): John 1:14,17 & 2 Timothy 4:2
Favorite Bible Character: Abraham, Deborah and Paul
Preferred Preaching/Teaching Approach: Expository with some Narrative to keep me from [...]
24 Aug
Beyond Megachurch Myths
Thanks to DJ Chuang, I’m currently reading the latest Leadership Network offering Beyond Megachurch Myths by Scott Thumma and Dave Travis.
I’m a little more than halfway through the book and I’m loving it! Some interesting things the authors found:
A few TV megapastors and megaministries have apparently warped the perception of what all megachurches must be [...]
24 Aug
Televangelist Juanita Bynum Allegedly Beaten By Husband
A troubling story is emerging out of Atlanta where TBN televangelist Juanita Bynum is claiming that her husband beat her.
**Updated**
Here is a link to the police incident report.
24 Aug
We’ll Take Manhattan…New York, and the Nations!
I cannot get Manhattan off my mind. If you asked me what I think about more than anything else, I could tell you without blinking.
Manhattan
More specifically, New York.
I cannot tell you when or even why my attitude towards the place changed. I’m a Midwest girl and despise what I consider to be East coast brovado. [...]
24 Aug
The Korean Missionaries: Ministry In Realtime
If there is nothing else that the kidnapping of the Korean missionaries in Afghanistan has taught me, it’s that ministry is not just about jumping from conference to conference or sipping on lattes at some Starbucks while you surf you iMac.
Ministry is not just about sitting in the comforts of one’s abode and blogging about [...]
22 Aug
Prayer for Korean Missionaries 2
Eternal God comfort and rescue Your people. Strengthen their hearts and minds in Your presence. In Christ’s name. Amen.
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21 Aug
Church Planter Prayer Project
I was chillin’ in front of my computer dreaming about the day when I will be planting churches all over the world and the thought suddenly came to me that although I am doing nothing at the current moment that would betray my passion, there is something I can do right now.
Pray for those who [...]
21 Aug
5 Questions
There are seven questions that have been rolling around my dazed and confused mind this morning as I drink Vanilla Biscotti flavored coffee (yes, it is da bom’):
Am I still a Christian if I am a registered Independent?
Am I still a Christian if I admit that I hate hearing the same praise and worship songs [...]
21 Aug
Prayer for Korean Missionaries
Lord, comfort and keep your servants and come to their rescue. Even as we wait, may this time be an opportunity for their captives to open their hearts to you. In Christ’s name. Amen.
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19 Aug
Walk Thru the Word: Psalm 119:33-40 (He)
There are a couple of qualities that preserve the life of a man or woman who loves the God of the word and the word of God:
They are teachable. They recognize that they don’t know everything and that there is Someone at whose feet they should sit to learn what matters most. (LORD, I sit [...]
18 Aug
A Note From Todd Hunter and the Off the Map Event
I was happy to open up my inbox to find an email from MMI’s Todd Hunter about the upcoming Off the Map even in Seattle. It should be interesting. Check out the info here.
15 Aug
A Lunch Time Surprise
So I’m hanging out for lunch with some of my collegues today and who but George Barna should walk past me. I stopped him and asked, “Hey, are you…”
He laughed and shook my hand. I thanked him for his ministry to the body of Christ and we chatted for a minute or so.
A very nice [...]
14 Aug
Peter Walking On….What?
So I was meditating the other day on the story of Jesus and Peter walking on water, trying to find some glimmer of hope for myself as I struggle to trust God in the crucible of a fiery cauldron of faith. In the middle of my chewing on this story, God reminded me of something [...]
12 Aug
Walk Thru the Word: Psalm 119 (Daleth)
Psalm 119:25-32
+ The word of God has the power to keep or guard me
+ The depth and breadth of the word of God demands that I trust Him to illuminate it to me
+ The word of God strengthens the weary
+ The word of God keeps me from deceitfulness
+ The way of faithfulness keeps me focused [...]
12 Aug
Walk Thru the Word: Psalm 119 (Gimel)
Psalm 119:17-24
As God’s servant, I hang on His every word to counsel me, knowing that to do anything less is to announce my own arrogance.
I am not shaken by by enemies because I know the One who holds everything in His hand. His Word keeps me
10 Aug
Lamenting the Southern Baptist Pissing Contests
I had planned to continue with my Psalm 119 post but it’s been a very busy day. I got a chance to talk with Leadership Network’s DJ Chuang about the ministry I’m a part of. Then there was Thursday night service, training, meeting, dinner. You get the picture.
I was just about to [...]
8 Aug
Ridiculous Church Staffing Requirements
Okay, this one has been formenting in my twisted little mind for a long time. When churches look for new staff, I wish they’d avoid asking the following:
“Looking for someone who can grow our 50 member church to 5,000 within three years.”
“Must show proven track record of growing youth ministry larger than 2,000 teens.”
I [...]
5 Aug
Walk Thru the Word: Psalm 119 (Beth)
Beth (119:9-16)
This section contains on of my life passages, 119:9-11. It picks up where 119:8 left off, seeking the God of the law. The word acts as a hedge around my heart, keeping out the junk my fallen nature might gravitate toward. If some sin is buried inside, the word of God [...]
4 Aug
Participials and the Mission of Jesus
I went through the gospel of Matthew this morning while sitting a Starbucks, my other refuge when I’m not busy. I ventured there this morning in part because I woke up with a question bearing on my heart and mind: how did Jesus engage the people?
Originally, I asked how He engaged culture but thought [...]
4 Aug
Walk Thru the Word: Psalm 119 (Aleph)
Aleph (119:1-8)
The opening verses have three movements for yours truly: blessedness, lament, and praise/process.
BlessednessAn integral part of the blessed life is the incorporation the word of God into every fiber of our being. As I eat, breathe, and live the word, my walk and lifestyle reflects the glory of God. How the blessed life has [...]
3 Aug
Tim Stevens Clarifies the “50 Most Influential List” Controversy
Tim Stevens over at Leading Smart happens to be a friend of John Vaughan, president of Church Growth Today and confirmed that in fact, contrary to what the abpnews.com article tried to imply, Vaughan did in fact provide Jason Christy with the list of the 50 most influential churches. In other words, the list is [...]
2 Aug
Remember That “The 50 Most Influential Churches” List?
Well, it appears that there might be some issues with its credibility in light of serious allegations against its compiler Jason Christy, according to an article posted today. Christy is accused of bilking Christian businesses and leaders out of lots of cash. Christian Communications Network’s Gary McCullough comments:
“I actually thought I, and others, had convinced [...]
2 Aug
Tragedy in Minneapolis
A bridge collapsed over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis earlier this evening. My thoughts and prayers go out not only to the families of those who perished but also to those who are still waiting to be rescued and their families. God cover them with Your wings.
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1 Aug
Jump
Have you ever been in a situation where you knew God was calling you out of the security and comfort zone to something huge—and unknown?
This question has been stirring in my mind for a few days as I’ve pondered a move to New York City. I know that Gotham (as I like to call NYC) [...]
