This is post 1 of 3 in the series “Haiti disaster” The Haiti Disaster: The Need for a Cultural Transformation The Haiti Disaster: Going to the Root The Haiti Disaster: Our Hope in Christ This is the first in a three-part series by Darrow Miller that focuses on how churches can respond
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We have had the privilege of working with a very artistically talented YWAM (Youth with a Mission) base in Puerto Rico for several years. This past fall, Darrow was invited to teach for two weeks on topics of the Great Commission. Here is what the base had to say in
We recently received a very encouraging report from a Vision Conference conducted in the Middle East. The trainer shares that the time was very stressful: most of the leaders were semi-literate and the presentations had to be interpreted into two local languages. Nevertheless, by God’s grace, the message was communicated
I have often been impressed with the way the Chalmers Center works through indigenous churches to help locals come to understand their own abilities, resources, and dignity while helping them emerge from impoverished circumstances. Their recent newsletter showcased one example of a Peruvian group experiencing the satisfying results of beginning
As my daughter and I went on a sunset stroll last week, I began singing some Christmas carols and landed on “Joy to the World” – a song that we spent a good deal of time reflecting on last January. As I began singing the third verse, I was so
Work and Wealth In the biblical framework of oikonomia, work and the creation of wealth are intrinsically good and are to contribute to the end – the telos – to which all of history is moving: the Glory of God, and the return of Christ and his kingdom. The work
One ministry that learned of our work has started to send me their periodic updates via email. When I received this newsletter, I wanted to share and highlight what they have been learning and the impact they’re having on the world around them with you. At Romanian Orphan Ministries, they
A friend of mine recently returned from Afghanistan where he worked as a consultant for a major relief and development organization. While spending the night at a Christian guest house in Kabul, he saw sitting on a coffee table, a lesson from the Disciple Nations Alliance “Worldview and Development” curriculum
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Here is a great reminder of the difference that one church can make when they are intentional and courageous to serve wholistically in the needs of their local community. This article, including the title is taken directly from AZcentral.com by Michael Ferraresi – Jul. 22, 2009 12:00 AM The Arizona