The Ultimate Bait and Switch

The Ultimate Bait and Switch

Depsite what many people think, missionaries are not the Navy SEALs of the Church. We’re really no better than anyone else. But when we arrive to speak to congregations about how the Lord blesses us, we often talk up our successes, tally our converts, and wax eloquent about innovative programs and church-starts. By those standards, […]

Authenticity

Authenticity

A buzz word among the writing community. Among churches. Among the market savvy. But if we’re only “authentic” for the sake of being more marketable, does that qualify as genuine authenticity? Genuine. Not false. True to one’s own personality, spirit, or character. It’s why writers “write what we know.” When we’re vulnerable and honest, people […]