2 Timothy 2:2 extension chains

2 Timothy 2:2 extension chains

Missional

 “You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.” — 2 Timothy 2:2 NLT This photo is a visual of 2 Timothy 2:2. From the man in the...
What God’s calling means for parents

What God’s calling means for parents

Missional

God sometimes calls people at an early age. God can call children now, just as he called Samuel at a young age (1 Samuel 3). What is the role of parents or other significant adults in a child’s life? First, to teach their children about God, by both word and example,...
The centrality of children in the plan of God

The centrality of children in the plan of God

New Church Planting

On my recent trip to Honduras, I spent some time in a remote village. There were chickens (living ones) in the kitchens. Stray dogs that were no one’s pets wandered around completely ignored by the people, just part of life. A thin cow almost walked into the side door...
What do you have to say to the people?

What do you have to say to the people?

New Church Planting

This photo is of me being interviewed by a local TV station in Olanchito, Honduras. It’s not a very large city; the station only broadcasts during certain hours each day. Someone notified the TV station that a local conference on discipleship was going on, so they...

One of my favorite stories

Leadership

Some of you who have heard me speak may have heard me share one of my very favorite discipleship and church planting stories. It’s out of Honduras, and goes to illustrate how effective ministry can be with almost no resourcing, no technology, no telephones, no...