As a second generation Filipino-American I am very aware of my othernesswhether its at church on Sunday which includes a 30-minute worship set with a beautiful LED screen displaying the lyrics so we can sing along, a distant departure from my Catholic upbringing where we were accompanied by a pianist and the sheet music was […] This article explores how to love other Christians even when you don't agree.
Insights from the life of David on how to fight your battles.
The past months have brought a great disturbance to our “normal.” Beginning with the COVID-19 pandemic, the way life, especially church, has been done regularly was halted. And then came the resurfacing of racial tensions in America. In a place where the modern American church has often been silent, many are seeking to know what … Continued
One of the greatest felt human needs is to be understood. Not for everyone, but for many. And part of being understood is to first be seen. I feel this need deeply, and that need grew exponentially when I became a stepmom. Never married with no children of my own, I married a man with […] Ministry to blended families requires intentionality and understanding.
In the 1984 movie, The Karate Kid, Pat Morita starred as Miyagi. He develops a relationship with a young man named Daniel (the Karate Kid), played by Ralph Macchio. The movie centers around Miyagis efforts to mentor, or disciple, Daniel. As they begin this new relationship, Miyagi says to Daniel, Lets make a sacred pact. What true discipleship looks like is defined by a willingness to learn and obey. […]
Parents want to raise generous kids. We desire our children to be giving individuals who care about and share with others. After all, none of us are longing for our families to leave a legacy of selfish or stingy lives. However, we also wonder, Will a lifestyle of generosity ever occur? I think we all know that teaching kids generosity is a challenge […]
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 […]
A refuge and strength. An ever present help in times of trouble. A stronghold and fortress. These are just some of the ways that Psalm 46 describes our God. Its one thing to describe a place of refuge and protection when the skies are sunny and the bank account is full, but thats not whats happening in this psalm, where God is presented as a greater refuge than we can fathom. […]
Michael Kelley: God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are already in constant dialogue about you and me.
What will your church do about VBS in the new normal this year?
