Should Evangelicals observe Lent? Keith Miller of MereOrthodoxy.com says no. In an article entitled, Young, Restless, and Reformed Homeboys on Lenten Fasting, Miller writes: ...Evangelicalism is a tradition with attendant folkways and liturgical practices. One of the practices low-church Evangelicalism has long embraced is not participating in lenten abstention. As a … [Read more...] about Evangelicals and the Lenten Principle
Ignite Takeaways
This past weekend we hosted our annual in-town retreat, Ignite. I shared some of my thoughts prior to the event, but now I have the joy of looking back over a great time together. I will take with me many memories, but in particular, I will remember... The Joy of Partnership. We had an army of leaders partner together for Ignite. This weekend literally would not work … [Read more...] about Ignite Takeaways
The Beginning of Ignite
Every year for the last several years, we host a winter weekend retreat with our students at West Park. In the middle of dreary winter, the weekend together is meant to Ignite our faith by employing the various means of grace available to us. Some of the key ingredients include prayer, worship, community, recreation, service, and the word. These elements are interwoven into … [Read more...] about The Beginning of Ignite
Discerning a Call
Last night at our student service, 633, we heard from two of our missionaries, one from Ireland and one from Ecuador. Both had many great things to say, but what stuck out to me was their advice on discerning a call. Whether you're considering missions, marriage, college, or a new job, the skill of discernment proves vital. And I think their advice could apply to any of … [Read more...] about Discerning a Call
Rethinking Short-Term Missions
Short-term mission trips have been scrutinized in recent years, receiving both constructive and critical feedback. I believe these mission trips still have their place, but we would do well to rethink our approach. Ramon Lull has written a helpful article over at DesiringGod.org about changing our perspective on "short-term" missions. Essentially, he argues we should prepare … [Read more...] about Rethinking Short-Term Missions