Gospel Fluency: Speaking the Truths of Jesus into the Everyday Stuff of Life, by Jeff Vanderstelt Reviewed by Daphne Sydney, Superintendent Australia A Christian man once asked his pastor to please teach him how to evangelize. The wise pastor replied—tell me about the time you first met your wife to be. The man told his … Continue reading "Book Review – Gospel Fluency" Read the article
Grace Communion Seminary, in partnership with Grace Communion International, is happy to announce new diploma options designed for GCI members who lead the ministry avenues of faith (discipleship), hope (worship), and love (witness). We plan to develop new courses for each of the three avenues. The GCS Diploma of Christian Ministry involves seven classes. For … Continue reading "New Diploma Award for GCI Ministry Avenue Champions" Read the article
What would youth ministry look like if we helped youth and young adults identify and use their gifts? I love working with young people. Prior to becoming a pastor, every job I’ve had from the time I was 16 was working with or for young people. Serving youth is a passion and one of the … Continue reading "What Mr. Peters Taught Me" Read the article
Aron and Joyce Tolentino, Pastor, Metro Manila, Philippines Sometimes, one of the most challenging aspects of a project is that of getting started. Whether it is embarking on a fitness journey, shifting career paths, or in some cases developing an inspiring sermon, we may have an end in mind and some creative ideas on how … Continue reading "Jumpstarting Faith Avenue Teams" Read the article
What creative opportunities might God be preparing for intergenerational community with your church? By Cara Garrity, Development Coordinator In GCI we see a well-balanced Faith Avenue being expressed through community building, connect groups, and cross-generational care. When it comes to community building, it is easy to focus on building community with our peers. While it … Continue reading "Intergenerational Community Building" Read the article
By Bill Hall, National Director, Canada Every time I preach during our Easter service, I recall the emails I used to get when I woke up Easter morning. They were from an acquaintance living in Romania. The emails would read something like this: “Dear Pastor Bill, Blessings on this day, He is risen, He is … Continue reading "Ascension: He Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed" Read the article
Easter is more than a memorial of the resurrection; it is a 50-day celebration focused on triumph and victory. The wonderful phrases of Easter never cease to remind us of the wonder and power of Jesus, the Christ. Religion could not limit him. Sin could not control him. Evil could not defeat him. The cross … Continue reading "Easter — A Day and a Season" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3022 | The Green in Rugged Pastures Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion In Psalm 23, we hear the promise that God gives us rest in green pastures. The “green pastures” the Psalmist referred to … Continue reading "Sermon for April 25, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3021 | Jesus Goes Viral Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Have you ever seen a video go viral? The video spreads rapidly through online sharing and is watched by thousands or even millions of … Continue reading "Sermon for April 18, 2021" Read the article
Speaking Of Life 3020 | Life in a Handful of Dust Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion Throughout the Bible, God uses dust to reveal how he can transform something lifeless into something wonderful. Even now, God continues … Continue reading "Sermon for April 11, 2021" Read the article
