Dr. Myles Munroe once mentioned, “the poorest person in the world is a person without a dream.” I firmly believe we have several generations that have compromised their purpose in pursuit the American dream. The market place is overflowing withRead more…
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is one of several things that transcends beyond the boundaries of race, culture, and economics. Today, it has become a major topic in the United States media, especially in light of the football player Ray Rice’s situation being capturedRead more…
#givingtuesday: 10 Quick & Easy Ideas for individuals
#givingtuesday kicks off bright and early on Tuesday 2 December. If you’re just discovering it for the first time, fear not! Here’s 10 of our favourite quick and easy ways to get involved in #givingtuesday. Feel free to add moreRead more…
Ready for a Capital Campaign? Here’s a Simple, Sure-Fire Test
Lots of people ask Gail and I whether or not they’re ready for a capital campaign. To help them — and you — we’ve come up with a very short, simple way of figuring it out. So, is your nonprofitRead more…
You Have More to Give
A number of years ago, I was serving as an administrator at a college in Tennessee. I was under enormous pressure at work to deliver significant growth for the institution. My team was feeling the pressure – and IRead more…
When You Think You Can’t Give More – Give Anyway
When I feel like there’s nothing left, when I’m under enormous pressure, when my life and work are chaotic – even then, I can give more – to my family, to my team, to my friends, to future leaders. And so can you. Feel freeRead more…
The Tread of Mission
I really began to ponder the insensitive nature we Christians display at times concerning the plight of our brethren, and I must admit that I am guilty of the “out of sight out of mind” mentality that has hindered theRead more…
Definition of the word mission
The meaning of the word mission comes from the Latin word missio, which means, “to send. ” According to the Westminster dictionary of theological terms. Personally, I believe that mission relates to the purpose God entrusts every person born onRead more…
PAUL STRATEGIC MISSIONS IN THE DIASPORA CONTEXT A different kind of calling
When one examines the different approach and calling of the apostles that existed before the cross, one can differentiate between the two. The Bible specifies the job description of the first Apostle in Matthew 10: 1-8: “He called his twelveRead more…
when no one accepted the invitation, the Diaspora people said Yes!!!
The proceedings that are represented in this parable are in full accord with the customs of those days. When the invitation of a feast, such as wedding and other celebrations was made and all was ready, the servants were sentRead more…