The EFCA Ministerial Association sponsors an annual theology conference for the Evangelical Free Church of America (my denominational home so to speak even though I’m … read the rest
Shane Vander Hart
Feb 172012
It is so easy for evangelicals to overlook meeting physical needs when our focus is (rightly) the Gospel. But James warns us to not give … read the rest
A controversy recently stirred up in Iowa got me thinking about a workshop I led for the Ignite Youth Leadership Conference in Des Moines, IA … read the rest
The Gospel in Spoken Word
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Feb 082012
I appreciate Greg Stier and his ministry Dare 2 Share. They have a new website – Gospel Journey and with it a new video. “Life … read the rest
Kids need to hear the Gospel, but they also need relationships with adults who care. If the Church doesn’t provide those relationships who will?
Jan 152012
Some not so good news for church youth ministries (and parents) – we’re leaving our young people with questionable (putting it mildly) theology. A person … read the rest
Jan 122012
Well USA Today ran an article entitled “Shirtless Tebow is Jockey Sex Symbol.” All because of this ad. And there sits the shirtless Denver Broncos … read the rest
Take Care When You Suspend Disbelief
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Jan 062012
I was checking out Walt Mueller’s blog, and he posted an excerpt from Nancy Pearcy’s book, Saving Leonardo: A Call to Resist the Secular Assault … read the rest
Dec 282011
A challenging statement from 19th Century British pastor and write J.C. Ryle on love: Christian love will show itself in the general spirit and demeanor … read the rest
Bible Reading Tools and Plans for 2012
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Dec 272011
If you are like me at the new year you evaluate your Bible reading habits, and/or look for new reading plans that you can use. … read the rest
