This is a about as practical as you can get. Put a bowl of mints in the church foyer. (Strong ones, so the children won’t eat them) Well, I hope you are sitting down. This is going to be profound. Ready? Be aware of the status of your breath. That's it? Come on! This may …
Following on from the observation contained in this post: if someone is consistently pointing out spiritual concerns about shortcomings in the church, other individuals or groups, and you but has never, never spoken about spiritual issues with which they are presently struggling; that person should be treated with the utmost wariness. By all means, consider …
A very helpful essay for those who carry out hospital visitation or who call on the sick or infirm. “SO WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?” THE ROLE OF THE MINISTER OF THE GOSPEL IN HOSPITAL VISITATION, OR A THEOLOGICAL CURE FOR THE CRISIS IN EVANGELICAL PASTORAL CARE Michael A. Milton, Ph.D., President and James M. …
Tim Keller has written a two-part post on the future of cities in the USA. His main interest is identifying opportunities for Gospel ministry. Not only can we be confident of a good future for American cities, but also of good opportunity for urban ministry. If cities experience great gaps in social services, this only …
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