Danger in digital dualism
Our online presence matters, because it’s interconnected to our physical selves and has real-world repercussions.
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I called him Dad
The true legacy of the life and ministry of Earle L. Wilson are the people who called him pastor, president, general and dad.
A lifetime of dads
Little did I realize that the foundation these men had laid would help provide the support I would need to shepherd me through one of my life’s most difficult moments.
Stroke brings unexpected encounter with Scripture
I have read or quoted Isaiah 41:10 many times. One day, these words hit me afresh after my health scare.
Beginning at the end
Even with my strong strengths of empathy and connection, I couldn’t always understand Mom.
The gift of giving
Mom wondered before she passed away if she had done enough. Yes, she most certainly did.
Times of trial
We, as Wesleyans, have the power and the grace through the Holy Spirit to be courageous in ministering to society.
Below the line
My to-do list was fully checked off (frame-worthy status), but several things on my priority list had fallen “below the line.”
The three baptisms
If you are looking to be freed from your slavery, then there is a promised land for you.
Front-porch evangelism
There may be no better time than now to show love to your neighbor.
Building the Church in uncertain days
I have so much respect for those of you leading the church in some capacity.
From street kid to saint
Believe that God can save and deliver someone you love.
Then he appeared to James
The brother of Jesus would tell you that the resurrection was life changing.
Imagina si todos fuésemos líderes transformadores
Al final del día, no se trata solo de transformar una cultura, una iglesia o una denominación. Se trata de personas.
Imagine if we were all transformational leaders
At the end of the day, it’s not only about transforming a culture, church or denomination. It’s about people.
Your church is surviving — now what?
What does church revitalization look like as a result of the pandemic?
Trash piles and blessings
The number of people in the seats for Sunday service is not the only measure for success in reaching a community.
Ministry metamorphosis
Sometimes the Holy Spirit transforms a life instantly. Other times, it happens a little at a time.
Life is sacred
The reason why brutality upsets humanity, ignites passion of protest, of standing together opposing crimes against humanity, is because life is sacred.
Change I can make
A more perfect union isn’t limited to Washington. It can start right where we are.
Is the movie theater dead?
The pandemic has forced watching movies in theaters to adapt. Churches are having to do the same.
Antiracism work is gospel work
The world is watching to see if our gospel is big enough to address racism.
Who’s in your inner circle?
A lesson on praying bold, specific prayers and expecting God to answer.
Go towards the pain
What does it look like to go towards the pain? It looks like freedom, healing and resurrection. And, I believe, it looks a lot like Jesus.
