An Incarnational Model of Ministry
We can neglect the discipline of understanding the nations next door, who are among us in our neighborhoods. Some say, “It takes too much time to get to know and understand the nations among us; all we need to do is share the gospel, and they will respond.” In...
Persevere, Stick it Out
As I work with and among people who commit their lives to full-time ministry, I am continually reminded of the need for perseverance. Their narratives and stories reveal a spirit that does not give up, no matter the results. Several years ago, a research study looked...
Redemptive Analogies
I once took an extended trip to the Ryukyuan Island, a collection of islands between Japan proper and Taiwan, with Okinawa Island being the most well-known. I had the privilege of visiting all the Ryukyuan islands. However, one island still stands out in my mind: a...