December 2009
10 posts
Tangible Kingdom Primer -- Jonathan Dodson →
The Tangible Kingdom Primer is a helpful resource in building and renewing missional values in the local church.  Dodson describes the book and provides links to where it can be acquired.
Dec 27th
"Introverts in the Church" - Book Review by... →
Maybe it’s because of my own introvertish tendencies, but I, too, feel like this is an important book.
Dec 23rd
Let's Get "Universalism" Straight - Scot... →
A very short primer on some important theological distinctions.
Dec 22nd
An introduction to "Theology in Global... →
Stephen Bevans is most well-known for his book, “Models of Contextual Theology.”  This is important work for anyone thinking about the global church. Here are a few comments from Jonny Baker about Bevans’ “Theology in Global Perspective.”
Dec 22nd
The Barna Group's End of Year Review - Ed Stetzer →
Dec 22nd
How Do You Take Criticism of Your Views? – Tim... →
Years ago I wrote a little booklet on “Criticism.”  I’ve thought about this a lot, and have counseled with many who have struggled with criticism.  Keller’s short article is full of very wise advice.
Dec 19th
It's a great missional story: www.500toys.org  →
Shaun King and Courageous Church in Atlanta provided uniforms and toys for Christmas for every child in Stanton Elementary School.  Check out this NBC news story.
Dec 16th
"Introverts in the Church" -- a review by Scot... →
McKnight gives a short review of Adam McHugh’s wonderful new book.  This one is on my Christmas giving list.
Dec 11th
The Barna Group -- the State of Mainline... →
Dec 11th
I Was Wrong About Church Buildings -- Dan Kimball →
Dan Kimball, pastor of Vintage Faith Church in Santa Cruz, talks about his own journey in how he views church buildings—within a missional framework.  This is an interesting topic among younger, missional communities.
Dec 3rd