When we give, it is to be more than a simple transaction of currency, whether it is done in person or online. Â It is an expression of our hearts in response to the government of Christ at work in our lives. It is an act of dependency, honor, and discipline recognizing Jesus as the very source of our lives (Proverbs 3:9). Â While some may still prefer to give in person, giving online does not take from this reality. Â It is an expression of the heart. Â May we give regularly (1 Corinthians 16:2), with purpose and with cheerful hearts (2 Corinthians 9:7). Â Â
Creating Space for Change
I was thinking today about how easy it is to label the people around us. With labels come a tendency to categorize - the lumping of safe people in one category and unsafe people in another category. What do we do with unsafe people? We avoid...read more
The Evidence of Truth
In the evangelical world we like to throw the word truth around. We have been guilty of beating others up in the name of truth. We have been hurtful in the name of truth. We have killed in the name of truth. Sometimes we justify our lack of love...read more