Are you leading the collegiate ministry in your church, or is the collegiate ministry in your church leading you? Funny how that works, isn’t it? Leading and learning are so closely connected. A few days ago, I enjoyed a burger and milkshake with a college student friend. We discussed her recently completed semester of learning abroad and her future plans. Perhaps, since I’ve lived and learned a few decades longer than Katye, she gained insight and encouragement from me. Perhaps. I’m sure, however, that as I … [Read more...]
The Impractical Nature of Love
Our world certainly needs more love. I recently read an article in The New York Times about tribal warfare in Kenya, which reminded me of the need for love in our world. It may sound naïve, but I can imagine a much different world where love abounds, can’t you? One of the problems is that we have embraced so many kinds of love and have forced ourselves into being practical and compartmental with our love. If I’m looking for practical ways to express my love for golf without compromising my love for my wife; if I’m … [Read more...]
The Quiet Time Quandary--Tip 3
This week we’re looking at common struggles to having a meaningful quiet time. For tips to combat Quiet Time Quandary #1—I never do a quiet time—click HERE. And click HERE for Quiet Time Quandary #2—I sometimes do a quiet time, but I’m not very committed. Wherever you find yourself, we’ll help you solve your quiet time quandary and reestablish a refreshing connection with God. Quiet Time Quandary 3: I always do a quiet time, but it’s getting stale. If you’re already dedicated to a regular quiet time, … [Read more...]
“Lost and Found” Wins Leadership Book Award
Congratulations to Threads authors Ed Stetzer and Jason Hayes, whose book Lost and Found: The younger unchurched and the churches that reach them received a 2009 Golden Canon award from Leadership Journal. Golden Canon awards are given out annually to the 10 books that are considered most valuable for church leaders. Lost and Found was one of the five winners in the category, “The Leader’s Outer Life.” For more information on Lost and Found and what the research revealed about the younger unchurched, click HERE. … [Read more...]
The Quiet Time Quandary--Tip 2
This week we’re looking at common struggles to having a meaningful quiet time. For tips to combat Quiet Time Quandary #1—I never do a quiet time—click HERE. Wherever you find yourself, we’ll help you solve your quiet time quandary and reestablish a refreshing connection with God. Quiet Time Quandary 2: I sometimes do a quiet time, but I’m not very committed. “Unfortunately, I do quiet times sporadically,” says Chad Spear, 28, of Hickory, N.C. “I’ll be doing really good and … [Read more...]
The Quiet Time Quandary--Tip 1
You want to do it. You know it’s crucial to a healthy relationship with God. And you even have a shelf full of books about it. Then why is it so hard to have a meaningful quiet time? It’s OK to admit it—quiet times are often a battle. Most of us struggle with finding a quiet time that works for us, sticking with it, or getting frustrated when God doesn’t show up the way we expect. If your quiet time is lackluster or maybe non-existent, you might be feeling pretty ashamed of yourself as a Christian. Or you … [Read more...]
Audacious Goals: Thoughts on Passion 2010
There is an ongoing argument in most educational circles about the level at which one is supposed to teach. The two sides of the argument go something like this: “We must teach to the lowest level present in order to ensure that no one is left behind.” “We must intentionally teach slightly over people’s heads in order to challenge and draw people up.” Both sides have some merit to them, but if we simplify them, it seems to me that we’re dealing with expectations. The first opinion is built on the … [Read more...]
Scripture Memory: A Missing Discipline
Think about all that you’ve memorized over the years. Now, think about what you’ve recently memorized. Although you may not currently be involved in an academic setting, you’re still actively learning. You can probably recall song lyrics, movie lines, passwords, credit card numbers, and much more. I often catch myself amused by the wide variety of things that have somehow been captured in my mind. I seem to be able to memorize things fairly easily. But the problem is that I’ve short-changed my efforts to … [Read more...]
The Wonder of God’s Word
Editor’s Note: The following is excerpted from Scouting the Divine: Searching for God in Wine, Wool, and Wild Honey, the newest release from Threads. While some dismiss the Bible as a dusty old book, I tend to view the pages as portals to the adventure of a lifetime. Not only are the passages chock-full of clever plots, compelling stories, and unforgettable characters, they’re laced with historical insights and literary beauty. When I open my well-worn leather Bible, I imagine myself walking into an ancient kingdom. As I … [Read more...]
Scouting the Divine--Available Now!
The newest short-term Bible study from Threads is now available … just in time for the new year. Scouting the Divine: Searching for God in Wine, Wool, and Wild Honey joins author Margaret Feinberg as she explores biblical metaphors in our modern-day context. Feinberg spends time with a shepherdess in Oregon, walks the fields with a farmer in Nebraska, explores a vineyard in California, and talks with a veteran beekeeper in Colorado. Along the way, Feinberg gains deeper insight about how Scripture applies to life today and … [Read more...]
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