By George Elerick Have you ever been in one of those moods where you just didn’t want to cook? Or there was nothing really appetizing eyeballing you in the refrigerator. So you opted for the fast food option. To be honest, that was our family’s motto growing up, we all loved our fast food runs. … Continue reading Vampire Christians: Jesus Is More Than the Cross
By Morgan McKeown I got the news the other day that Maswane (pictured below) died. At age 19, her life here on earth is over, stolen by AIDS. She desired to tell her story and let the truth be known. That’s why I’m writing. Our first day in Swaziland Pastor Gift told us about Maswane … Continue reading When the Poor Die
By Jeff Goins, Editor Now the LORD said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. (Genesis 12:1) We’re on a mission from God. (Elwood Blues) In the strictest sense of the word, the very first “missionary” mentioned in the Bible is … Continue reading The Blues Brothers and Being Missional
By Larry Bubb Why is it that every single line I get in, whether at the store or in traffic, ends up taking longer than all the other lines even though mine looks shorter? Why don’t guys ever ask for directions? Not many people realize the Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years because … Continue reading Why? Part 1: God Is The Ultimate Chess Master
By Sarah Fujimoto Entertainment. Defined by many definition sites as a source of diversion, taking attention away from the current focus or situation. Perhaps you are like me who has no shame in watching a sappy chick flick every once in awhile. Or maybe you are of the more refined type who prides themselves in … Continue reading To Save A Life: Movie Review
By Rosie Rosie was the winner of Wrecked for the Ordinary’s Tell Your Story Contest. Hachette Book Group provided giveaway book(s) for the contest winner. “Jesus, I need you.” He leaned forward in response and hugged her. She simply followed in his wake as he stood up and tucked the chair back under the table. They walked out … Continue reading Just Look At Me: A Short Story
By Ryan Francis Twenty-first century America is a society rich in diversity. However, that diversity proposes many challenges, not least of which is religious tolerance. The need for a plan of action in this area of society is clear when we see the FBI reporting religious bias as the second highest hate crime motivation. Notable … Continue reading The T-Word: Tolerance and the Christian Faith
By Seth Barnes, Founder of Adventures in Missions Here’s a really good question for youth pastors: “How can you equip your students with practical tools so they can spiritually nourish themselves, grow and reproduce?” After all, those are the basic functions of any living thing. And your kids can’t be dependent on you forever. With … Continue reading Youth Ministry and Missions: Serving Your Community
By Quoleshna Elbert Mark your calendar between October 3rd-11th. Brooke Annibale, Garrett Heath, Hiram Ring and Joy Ike make up the roster of “4 On Tour,” a team of individual artists whose styles range from a mix of folk, acoustic, neo-soul and blues (among other genres). And, they have come together to offer a unique event … Continue reading 4 On Tour: An Interview with Joy Ike
By Jesse Medina So, you want to change the world? That’s a good thing. That motivation has paved the way for many of the innovative ideas that we enjoy today: iPods, the internet, cars, planes, etc. It is no easy task to change the world, but if you’re really serious about doing it, I’d like … Continue reading So You Want to Change the World?