Go and be!
I am constantly reminded that we must go and redeem, vs. asking those in need to come for help! Today I sat in a minister’s network and heard a passionate appeal by a local police officer who works with youth. He addressed some of the staggering needs in the lives...Not just an excuse!
Do people just make excuses to not go to church, or does the church need to consider change as an option? If we are going to reach people that have never been reached we must be willing to do things we have never done! I recently dialogued with a woman from another...Finding the pursuit
There is something in believer’s lives that romanticizes sacrifice without finding the resulting pursuit. Have you ever heard someone say God has asked them to give something up, but yet they have nothing more fulfilling to offer from their sacrifice? I find that...Launching Early
I recently discovered a great creative forum called the 99%. An article there resonates with me about launching early. I think Open Life launched early compared to many church models out there, but I also think it has been a mark of our success to this point. We...Love Your City
Have you ever wondered why Jesus wept over Jerusalem? Was He an emotional wreck, what was the deal? Truth be told, his love for humanity was so powerful he couldn’t help but show his emotion. You see it on Extreme Home Makeover, Undercover Boss and Amazing Race. ...If you are at the table, SPEAK UP!
I had a conversation with a leader recently that made me think about a common leadership mistake, silence. Why is it we think it would be better to speak with someone away from the table vs. bringing out our ideas at the table? I have fallen into this trap many...It has begun
What a great day at Open Life this past Sunday as we launched into our first official service for those who don’t go to church in Bonney Lake. We had a fantastic turnout and the vibe as people left was one of great anticipation for the future. 120 people were there...Go in
Life does not afford enough possibilities to connect with others, so we must make them. My philosophy is go in. When I hit up Starbucks I nearly always make the trip inside even if I am in a hurry. I make the choice strategically due to my desire to bring a smile,...On the Big Screen
Isn’t it funny how methods change? Just a couple decades ago people would have thought it absurd to go to a movie, let alone meet in a Theatre for church. But how much more would they roll over in their grave to see us marketing within the Theatre… Open Life is...Our Church
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I do enjoy gadgets. I use them to be the most effective steward of my time and talents. Here are my three newest gadgets I am watching, wishing for, or utilizing to increase my ministry effectiveness;
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