No “Kingdom People” Without Gratitude

My conclusion may seem a bold statement. “Genuine ‘kingdom people’ are always grateful people.” The Gospel of Luke contains a significant amount of material not found in the other two Synoptic Gospels (Matthew and Mark). Much of the material unique to Luke appears after the second prediction of Jesus’ death (Matt. 17:22; Mark 9:31; Luke …

What Motivates Thanksgiving? (2 Corinthians 9)

“(6) Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. (7) Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. (8) And God is able to make all grace abound to you, …

PAL: Wednesday Update

Today found us on an altered schedule. After Phil Slate’s presentation on Paul’s mission strategies (a most helpful series of lessons which will undoubtedly bless many churches seeking more effective mission work), we left for Otovalo, a native Indian market. Otovalo is the oldest continuously-operating market in the Western Hemisphere, a place where native Indians …

God at Work

Every year, a highlight of the Pan American Lectureship is the inspirational speeches and helpful mission information. Even better, in my mind, are the reports of what God is doing across Latin America and around the world…new resources for Hispanic families and churches, a program for strengthening churches in Brazil, amazing things in Nicaragua, new …

A Wonderful Day

What a great Lord’s Day we shared! Sharing worship in a bilingual service with the North Quito church was in itself an experience. The Supper was especially meaningful. Bob Brown preached a masterful sermon, four baptisms followed, the choral selections from the students at QSOBS were a special treat, lunch together, and more entertainment from …