Monthly Archives: June 2014


It works! Let’s do it! This is a philosophy that often drives many churches, agencies, institutions, and networks; yet, we rarely state it this way.  To do so, would mean that we embrace pragmatism. Wow! Look at these results. Therefore, our means to the end justifies the outcome.  Great results […]

Just Because It Works Doesn’t Mean We Should


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The MissioNexus Church Connection Tour wraps up today in Atlanta.  It has been a wonderful time discussing migration and mission in Baltimore, Los Angeles, Toronto, Chicago, and Atlanta.  I have been encouraged by the turnout from churches, networks, and mission agencies, representing a variety of evangelical denominations and non-denominational traditions. […]

Migration and Mission: Church Connection Tour 2014


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The Kingdom Ethic contains some peculiar matters: — Many who are first will be last, and the last first (Matt 19:30). — Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled; everyone who humbles himself will be exalted (Luke 14:11) — Jesus came as a suffering Messiah. — We are to be […]

Mites, Breadcrumbs, and Kingdom Paradox



The United Nations has declared June 20 World Refugee Day.  I have decided to use this post to bring this matter to your attention. I believe the international migration of peoples (which includes refugees) is a major global reality shaping the face of the Church. The following is an excerpt […]

World Refugee Day


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There are many questions to be asked about church health and mission. Many are being asked with the right heart. But right motives are no guarantee that the right questions are being asked. We often ask questions with familiarity in mind. This is a good place to begin, but we […]

Right Questions Matter