Category Archives: Mission of the church

The Purpose-Driven Movement (Exposed But Not Infected)

Once I became ensured that when I got to heaven, I would not be forced to endure a daily diet of Southern Gospel Music, people speaking King James English, and Potato Salad, I was then exposed to The Purpose-Driven Movement. … Continue reading

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Church Growth & Church Health (pt.2)

Furthermore, the Bible is clear about  the Mission that God has given the Church (Matt. 28:18-20; Acts 1:8).  The Church exists solely for the mission, which has glorifying God as its end. The mission includes a balance of many things … Continue reading

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Church Growth & Church Health (pt.1)

Much of my philosophy of ministry is based on the belief that church health is necessary before there can be church growth. Both in organization and practice, the Church has strayed far from what the New Testament teaches. This has … Continue reading

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Homeless in America (pt. 2)

The phrase “homeless in America” has always caused me to scratch my head. After all most of us from middle-class America, having grown up with blessings and privileges too often taken for granted, have been conditioned to think of America … Continue reading

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