Call Your People to Marketable Skills and Degrees

We pastors often forget that stewardship extends beyond the realm of giving money for gospel advancement.  For the longest time, we have allowed the notion of being a wise steward to be defined according to money.  And while the issue of finances does exist within the jurisdiction of stewardship, stewardship embraces all of the Christian [...]

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They have been called: America’s Primary Mission Field World’s Most Fruitful Mission Field 4/14 Window And if that is the case, then why do we keep sending babysitters to them when our churches gather? Those who teach children are some of the most important leaders in our churches.  Unfortunately, we often relegate such laborers to [...]

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Today’s edition of USA Today contains a story on the new count of international students studying in the United States.  You may find the story HERE and the original source of the findings HERE.  Last year, I wrote about the record number of students studying in this country.  We now have a new record.  Consider [...]

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“There are a 104 days of summer vacation and school comes along just to end it…” (If you don’t know what cartoon theme I’m singing here, just sing this line to your ten year old and he or she will tell you.). Ah…. Yes, today was the first day of school for all three of [...]

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This is likely to be my last post before my family and I move from Louisville to Birmingham, where I have the honor of serving as one of the pastors of The Church at Brook Hills (you may read about my transition HERE). The movers arrived today. We are scheduled to roll out of the [...]

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Last weekend, I had the privilege to speak to some of the most influential people in the world–university educators.  These are the men and women who pour their lives into the most influential people in the world–students. As we consider the multiplication of disciples, leaders, and churches in our world today, I want to bring [...]

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My last post addressed the new stats released by the Institute of International Education.  The United States has reached a record high in the number of international students now enrolled in its colleges and universities.  I consider this a very good situation.  It is a wonderful opportunity for the Church to serve the nations. Go [...]

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An important report addressing the 2010-2011 numbers of international students in the United States was just released from the Institute of International Education.  I have greatly appreciated their research over the years.  A most helpful annual document is Open Doors Fast Facts (below are two tables from the document).  This excellent two-page report provides a [...]

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On Sunday I had the honor of speaking to the great group of people known as Boone’s Creek Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky.  They were having their annual “Neighbors to the Nations” event.  I am thankful for the pastor, Dr. Matthew Perry and his heart to reach others with the gospel. I want to provide [...]

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Earlier this month, my wife and I experienced another milestone–our youngest child entered kindergarten.  All three of our kiddos are officially enrolled in school.  Thankfully, the transition has been great for everyone. Since students across the United States have recently returned to classes, I thought it would be most appropriate to share with you some [...]

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