Tips for Leading Well Through Tension in Chaotic Circumstances
Leading through tension is essential for navigating the complexities of any given circumstance, especially during chaotic times.
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A Prayer of Lament for Racial Division in the Church
I think most believers agree that biblical unity is something to pray for and work toward. You probably know that reconciliation between a diverse group of people is a beautiful dream. But is the church marked by a compelling ethnic unity today? Do you know how to make progress toward racial reconciliation? Unfortunately, the kind … Continued
8 Ways to Avoid Wasting This Next Season of Ministry
The good news is it feels like were entering a new season of leadership and ministry. Although the coronavirus is still with us, churches and businesses are reopening and things that werent possible a month or two ago are now possible again. Thats the good news. The bad news is that the new season is perhaps even more complicated than the season of crisis we just left, and leaders must be careful to avoid wasting ministry season […]
Karen Swallow Prior: The Truth and The CrossPart 1
The apostle Paul wrote, Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind (Rom. 12:2). In Pauls Greek, the word that is commonly translated as mind is nous, which typically refers to our rational, thinking faculties. But it also can be used to convey composure, a sense of the security that comes with thorough comprehension. The word illustrates how intellectual pursuits for the Christian can become vibrant acts of service to others and of resistance to a world intent on conforming us to its system of behavior. Karen Swallow Prior faith is a leading advocate for this deep and rational composure.
Echo Park Reborn: A Revitalization Story
Both Echo Park and Foursquare have experienced not just a revitalization, but reconciliation and restoration, highlighting the impact of thoughtful urban renewal.
The Virus and the Church Pandemic Response
How church leaders responded during the early stages of the pandemic, focusing on their church pandemic response.
The Power of Mourning Together
Over the years of sitting at Jesus feet, Ive found that the more time I spend with him, the more I am connected to his heart. And somehow, in a way that only he understands, I am a better person because my love for people and their plight increases. Mourning with those who mourn is necessary for Christians to […]
When Certainties Are Shattered: A Coronavirus Outbreak Perspective
I guess well all look back on the coronavirus outbreak of March 2020 as a moment of transition. From a Christian perspective, this event offers a unique lens through which to examine our faith and understand God's sovereignty. For the last two months, I have been working at home in the beautiful English countryside, surrounded by the rolling hills of the Cotswolds. No airplanes fly overhead. There is hardly any traffic on the streets. Our […]
4 Guiding Principles for Leading on Race Issues
The number one question and conversation Ive been engaged in with leaders across the country is literally, How do we lead on race issues in times like these? There are far more questions than answers. Leadership principles remain true and clear, but context and culture are moving rapidly and are blurred at best. The good news is that […]
