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Grateful for Grace
More than a decade ago a mentor at World Impact encouraged me to choose a single theme for each year as a focus for study. In 2016 the word has been “gratitude.”
To Those Who Cannot Repay You
One of the general principles of hospitality generally recognized in American society could easily be referred to as the “return the favor” giving model.
Delivering God’s Love Through Dishcloths
I carefully packed each of the multi-colored crocheted dishcloths into my gigantic suitcase headed for Cuba. These precious cloths represented so much love, dedication and thoughtfulness.
Shining Christ’s Light in the City
The other day I was leaving to go into the office. As I left my front porch I mentally made a checklist to make sure I had everything I need: purse, check; phone, check; laptop, check.
Church-Based Seminary
What would happen if seminary education was put back into the hands of the local church? After spending time at Western Seminary as well as Fuller, I have asked myself that question over and over again.
Giving and Receiving
Nineteen years ago, in early December, I was driving and praying. I prayed a simple prayer that millions of moms have prayed over the years. “Lord, help my kids understand how important it is to give this Christmas.”
Strong and Courageous
Words cannot express my gratitude to be going into urban spiritual battle with my fellow World Impact missionaries and staff members, Christ the Victor (CTV) pastors, and growing network of ministry partners across the Midwest.
International Influence
Wichita is fortunate to have Pastor John Ronel. His story is compelling and encouraging. He was a pastor in Eastern Congo. The violence there was severe towards the churches and pastors.
A Theology of Enough
In my life I’ve kept company with guys who became wealthy by building companies and guys who became wealthy by ruling street corners through the drug game. Regardless of how they came into their wealth, many held the attitude of believing they were in control of their destiny because of the wealth they possessed.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LACS
This August I began my 17th year with World Impact, at Los Angeles Christian School (LACS). I started teaching at LACS in 2000, thinking I would only stay for a year or two, three at the most.
A Safe Home
The fall is always a busy time of year! No matter what my role with World Impact, fall has always been wonderfully crazy. This year, fall means garden prep!
No Reserves, No Retreats, No Regrets
Over 120 men from the Midwest joined together at Morning Star Ranch to experience the best men’s retreat yet. This year was a little different because it was the first year that a leadership team of five urban men planned and co-led the entire retreat.
Embracing Differences
It is senseless to ignore cultural differences. Though we’ve been baptized into one body, God has created us uniquely different. It’s amazing!
Women’s Retreat Saved My Family
World Impact believes in resourcing urban leaders. One way we do this is through concise, practical and hands-on training at conferences and encouragement through retreats.
The Poor and Incarcerated Shall Lead
The poor and incarcerated have abilities empowered by Christ to lead others to Christ, plant churches, transform communities, and unleash compassion and justice.
New Latino Pastor in South Central
World Impact has been expanding its partnerships with local ministries and church organizations nationally since the addition of new president, Efrem Smith.
