Jesus didn’t come to establish a political kingdom, nor did He come to destroy earthly government. He came to redeem hearts, not reform systems.
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Creating Experiential Bible Classes
Educators have long been familiar with the concept of a flipped classroom as a teaching tool. I have employed this method in a few of my classes when it comes to teaching additional material, books, and even sections of story and prophecy to explain. When the students have the opportunity to focus on one section of Scripture with the end goal of having to explain it, they have to grasp it at a deeper level.
Learning Styles and Spiritual Growth
Tapping into the way they learn can make the message come alive and ignite their imaginations. We need to spend time thinking about the process behind our teaching.
Coloring Sheets Have Corrupted My Knowledge of Scripture and I Don't Like It
Details must be simplified because we want our children to know the love of God, however, as adults, do we let the coloring pages limit scripture in our memories?
Randy Harris, Virgil Bentley, and the Sermon on the Mount
Knowing Scripture is important. Having Scripture be a part of you matters.
We Should Teach More on This Topic
We really don’t talk much about work ethic as our Christian responsibility, yet I believe that work is part of our Christian ethic.
Reflection Roundup: Joy Bomb
Our youngest son’s birthday is next week. When he first arrived on the scene, he emanated joy from within. Still does! How might we bomb those around us with joy this week?
I’m Going to Need You to Move Your Face
People just don’t understand the significant difference their facial expressions will make when trying to connect with another person.
All Scripture Is Inspired, and All Scripture Matters
If all Scripture is inspired and is profitable for our life as Christians, then perhaps we should not try and decide which section of Scripture is most important.
Refining Our Approach
Those actively involved in church leadership at any level need to be familiar with how to reach different people within their churches.
Teaching Women Effectively
Women’s studies have had a reputation of being fluffy. I am not sure exactly where this reputation began, although it may have to do with a preference for meeting “felt needs” rather than “real needs.”
Reasons Why Church Leaders Should Go On Short-Term Mission Trips – Part 2
Participation in short-term mission trips exposes church leaders to God’s work in the world we share.
Before a Bible Class (Summer 2013)
I’m reminded as I walk in, that whatever good may come out
will be from you, and you alone; not because of my talent or work.