The way we train others is often limited to a cognitive approach. This is most unfortunate. Such a model limits learning, retention, iteration, evaluation, and neglects a most vital aspect of learning–experience. This limitation should not surprise us. We imitate what we know, and we know what has been modeled […]
Strategy
“When we were planting our church, we did 1000 things wrong. I don’t have time to tell you about those, so I’m going to tell you what did work!” “Reaching this people group has been a blessing, but very difficult. We made many mistakes, but you are here to hear […]
The Conference No One Hosts is the One You Need ...
Short-term missions is long overdue for an overhaul. Projects abound. Many of us run throughout the world doing great ministry in many needy parts of the world, but little mission takes place. Some of us have made great strategic progress in the area of short-term missions, recognizing the value of long-term […]
ReThinking Short-Term Missions
UPS truck drivers rarely make left turns. Such turns are more dangerous to make than right turns. They also save the company money. By making 90% of turns to the right, UPS has been able to save 10 million gallons of gas. Drivers traveling greater distances to avoid idling time […]
More Right Turns
In this post, I want to share with you a new and innovative resource for getting to know other people in your circles of influence. Life as We Know It is a very creative, relational approach to bringing people together to share their stories. I have never seen anything like […]
New Resource: Life as We Know It
We often equate the testing of boundaries with the acts of deviant children. “My child is testing the boundaries to see if he will get disciplined.” “She is pushing her boundaries, and I will not stand for that!” And, yes, whenever such actions and thoughts push against divinely-established parameters (e.g., […]