Let's just say some people call me a Kellerite. So yes, I'm excited about this! Now on Twitter... … [Read more...] about Timothy Keller on Twitter
Five More Reasons to Go on a Mission Trip
Should you go on a mission trip? I think the answer is yes! Here are five simple but significant reasons you should consider going on a mission trip. To discover missions. The best way to understand missions is to participate in missions. Mission trips give us eyes to see the need, and so often, that vision produces a heart and understanding for ministry. So to go is to … [Read more...] about Five More Reasons to Go on a Mission Trip
How Jesus Navigates Controversy and Culture
We live in a pluralistic society where ideas and cultures collide. As Christians, how should we navigate these collisions? Watching the ministry of Jesus gives us a clue. To any controversy Jesus brought grace and truth. Grace Jesus did not avoid controversy. He allowed all kinds of sketchy types and rejects to join him (Matthew 9:10). He talked with sinners and … [Read more...] about How Jesus Navigates Controversy and Culture
Are Mission Trips a Good Idea?
Mission trips play an important role in the life of believers, and they constitute a legitimate form of ministry. The idea of traveling on purpose and in the name of Jesus is biblical. The Apostle Paul planned epic trips to plant churches, but he also made small trips to simply visit and encourage believers. And on the flip side, Paul welcomed the visits and care given by … [Read more...] about Are Mission Trips a Good Idea?
David Platt and Knowing the Will of God
At RelevantMagazine.com, David Platt shares a helpful excerpt on discerning the will of God from his book Follow Me. I recommend reading the whole article, but I would nonetheless suggest the article needs further clarification. In his post, Platt lists a variety of methods we use to discover God's will, and he implies these methods are not adequate. Alluding to these … [Read more...] about David Platt and Knowing the Will of God