Articles for Outreach & Missions

In the past several years, as horrifying revelations about sexual abuse in church contexts have rocked congregations, denominations and ministries, many are wondering what role the theological convictions and church structures of the various groups involved have played.

Google is by far one of the most prevailing organizations of all time. Beyond their amazing technological insights and excellent execution, Google is a leadership...

Pain is not the end of the Christian story. But it is a powerful character in our present chapters.

“Intentional discipleship works two ways: it equips the woman who is going while simultaneously fostering an ethos of mission and responsibility in the women who stay.”

Wherever I talk to leaders, they tell me one of their top challenges is finding enough people for their teams, particularly volunteers. Then—usually within minutes—they...

Going directly after the problem with someone who doesn’t want to change only creates more resistance.

As my father wrote, “Lord, make my way prosperous not that I achieve high station, but that my life be an exhibit to the value of knowing God.”

Here are 10 questions I use to refocus my life each month during my monthly prayer and planning retreats in the mountains.