(A few years ago I wrote about Advent. I was rereading that blog recently and realized I needed to be reminded of the truths again this year. So this is a repost, reminding myself - and … Read more about Revisiting Thoughts on Advent
Why Do We Go “There” – When There Are Safer Places to Go?
Ask someone to name Bible verses they've memorized and Matthew 28:19-20 is likely to pop up shortly after John 3:16. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the … Read more about Why Do We Go “There” – When There Are Safer Places to Go?
A Legacy I Am Grateful For
As parents, we leave legacies for our children. We may be intentional, or even strategic, about some of them. Others may be unintentional – good habits passed along casually or perhaps the … Read more about A Legacy I Am Grateful For
The Deep, Rich Beauty of Church “Done Right”
I’ve been lucky (or blessed, or both). I’ve been part of a church that while it isn’t perfect, is as close as I can imagine. They have “done church right” in so many ways … Read more about The Deep, Rich Beauty of Church “Done Right”
A Manifesto for Parents – What I Believe About Letting Go
What does it mean to “let go” of our children, particularly as they transition to adulthood? What does the parental role look like in this new stage? What do we do with the mixture of … Read more about A Manifesto for Parents – What I Believe About Letting Go
Five Years
Today marks my 5 year anniversary at Adventures in Missions. I’ve been trying to decide if I have anything profound or important to say. It’s a milestone. I’ve held volunteer … Read more about Five Years
When Going Deeper Reveals Subtle Stinginess
Healthy boundaries are important. This post is not about that. It’s not about the wisdom needed to prayerfully navigate through healing. It’s not about reconciliation. And it’s not … Read more about When Going Deeper Reveals Subtle Stinginess
Jesus and Poverty and Dwelling Among Us
I have a pet peeve. It’s North American children (and adults) picturing Jesus as blond and blue-eyed because that’s the way He looks in their Nativity set. Never mind that the historical … Read more about Jesus and Poverty and Dwelling Among Us
Has Safety Become an Idol?
I’ll admit - I’m a bit scared to write this. There’s some (theologically unsound) apprehension that once I say this out loud, or in writing, the Lord will ask me to live it out … Read more about Has Safety Become an Idol?
