Demographics



You have heard me state on numerous occasions research is important. The use of the God-given tools we have to understand God’s world is a matter of Kingdom stewardship. We must be BOTH students of God’s Word AND His world. A great deal of my work over the years has […]

Know Your City


Communication breakdown is inevitable when it comes to disciple making. This is especially true when engaging in intercultural communication. Every team wants to reduce (or even eliminate) the cultural stumbling blocks they often set before others before giving them the stumbling block of the cross (1 Cor 1:23; 9:12; 2 […]

10 Ways to Understand People



February is recognized as Black History Month in the United States. The Church would be wise to take time to reflect on the history and ministries of our African-American brothers and sisters in particular. John Marrant (1755-1791) is an often overlooked, yet important, individual in U.S., Canadian, and British mission […]

John Marrant (1755-1791)


“What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done, and there is nothing new under the sun” (Ecc 1:9). When I was a graduate and doctoral student, I was exposed to a great deal of Donald McGavran’s writings. One of the things […]

Take the Playlist Off Repeat and Buy the Next Album!


Entrepreneur posted a helpful article today. Generation Z, born between 1995-2010, comprise 20% of the workforce. This percentage will increase, for many remain students. Those of us leading Gen Z and working to develop them into leaders need all the help we can get. 🙂 Here are 6 important things […]

6 Characteristics of Gen Z