We need to reach young people for Christ, and to do so well means that we reach them in groups, and that we blend the different groups into the greater church fellowship. The great evangelist D.L. Moody was once asked how many converts he had made that day. His answer, “One and a half!” The […]
We all want to obey Jesus when he tells us in Matthew 28 to make disciples of all nations. (If not then you can stop reading this and just read the Bible). But so often we get caught up in the crush and rush of everyday life to take the time to really think about […]
“Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.’” JOHN 7:38 NLT Water. From Genesis 1 through Revelation 22, water factors prominently in God’s plan of creation and redemption. As the Spirit of God hovered over the deep waters at Creation, He brought […]
Christmas season is in full swing here in Oslo. As our bodies adapt to the cold and our eyes to dimmer days, we’re learning a lot about Christmas in our new host country. Instead of Jolly Old Saint Nicolas, the Julenisse is the bearer of gifts on Christmas Eve. The Nisse is a short-statured and […]
We have just entered a season of non-stop celebrations: Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day… yeah, that’s a lot! So, I’ve decided to share some of my personal reflections on these holidays and their impact on our lives and our societies. I am from a French Catholic […]
There are many times we agree to do something but sometimes the best ministry we can have is to say “no.” “Pastor, I know you’re busy but will you just …” No. “We know you’re involved in a lot, but we need you to come to this meeting.” No. “I really need to talk with […]
G A L A L “Sometimes the way to pray about a thing is to stop praying about it.” Ever had one little sentence change your life? Or at least your prayer life? As an intercessor whose days are pretty much defined by continual conversation with God, when I read these words written by Derek […]
Now may God, the source of great endurance and comfort, grace you with unity among yourselves, which flows from your relationship with Jesus, the Anointed One. Then, with a unanimous rush of passion, you will with one voice glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. ROMANS 15:5-6 TPT As a small child, my consuming […]
How do you receive a precious gift? Intentionally including international students in the ministry of an international church (IC) is strategic, missional and simply a joyful response to God’s gift. Forty-five years ago this Fall, the Lord called me (Leiton) to mobilize the church for ministry among international students. The call came when I […]