Today, there are a greater number of people claiming to be followers of Jesus who are practicing Complacent Christianity. As I stated in part one, they are following tradition and are taking part in a “Christian Culture” phenomenon. The profession of faith is there. Many believe that to be a Christian, all one needs to... Continue Reading →
State of the Faith Part 1: Complacent Christianity
A major problem with how Christians are representing the Kindom in our world.
Vision- Not So Raven
Do you have a vision for you life? God has a vision and he wants you to search for it.
Calling: The Sixth Layer of Our Foundation
- “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you that you should go and bear fruit and that your fruit should abide, so that whatever you ask the Father in my name, he may give it to you.” -John 15:16 ESV Over the past two years God has taken me through... Continue Reading →
Grace: The Fifth Layer of Our Foundation
It is God’s desire that every person becomes a believer; and every believer is able to serve in God’s Kingdom regardless of their background or past failures – we call this practicing personal ministry. "Grace, grace, God's grace... Grace that is greater than all our sin..." Words from one of my favorite hymns when I... Continue Reading →
Diversity: The Fourth Layer of our Foundation
It takes all sorts. I love that phrase. “It takes all sorts.” Because while it’s a wonderful play of veiled snarkiness, it also contains a tacit (begrudgingly respectful?) recognition – no one can do it on their own, and you might just need the help of those you least expect. “It takes all sorts” sounds... Continue Reading →
Hope: The Third Layer of our Foundation
Millennials bailing on churches isn’t the crisis. Millennials bail on churches because of the crisis. But we have hope.
Repentance: The Second Layer of our Foundation
What can turn church problems around, and what can bring Millennials back? A great start is admitting we’ve failed them. If there’s one thing Millennials crave and value, its transparency, honesty, authenticity, being real. Repentance is part of that.
“The Millennial Crisis”
Churches have never worried a whole lot about young adults. The prevailing attitude is, "They'll come back when they settle down, get married and have kids." It just isn't happening. Churches can't afford to willfully deny the looming crisis.
Social Media: Making a Fad of Christianity
For anyone else annoyed at the "Share or You Don't Love Jesus" posts.
