In November of 1989, the East German government announced it would allow limited travel across the West German border. within hours of this news, hundreds of thousands of East and West Germans gathered around the Berlin wall. A massive celebration erupted and people began spontaneously tearing down the wall with hammers and chisels. The rest... Continue Reading →
Missions Participation Involves Sending, Going and Making
The idea of Christ followers being involved in missions is supported throughout scripture. Two very familiar passages are Matthew 28:19-20 and Acts 1:8. Both record the words of Christ, telling His followers to go and make disciples of all people by being His witness in all places. The church is not supposed to only study... Continue Reading →
Thankful for Kentucky Missions
It’s November and Fall is in the air. The days are getting shorter. The crisp, cooler temperatures are here, and the hills are filled with the beautiful red, orange, and yellow colors of the season. Soon we will celebrate Thanksgiving Day and reflect on the many ways God has blessed us this past year. What... Continue Reading →
Going to Zimbabwe
Recently, I had the privilege to lead my second short-term mission team to Zimbabwe, Africa. The purpose of the mission was twofold: train pastors and church leaders in theological education and model racial reconciliation. The team consisted of 8 African-American pastors and 5 Anglo pastors. The team was not only diverse ethnically, but also demographically. ... Continue Reading →