Travis Agnew 
After all of my scholarly reading and my theological writing that I have embarked upon over the last few months, I have finished the first draft of chapter 3 and I only have one theological phrase to utter: woo hoo! I am currently listening to Crowder’s “We Win!” blaring in my home office and getting …
This week’s book of the week is The Interventionist written by Lyle E. Schaller. Top 5 Ideas: Schaller stated that “this has become the central theme of this book, the most effective way to influence both individual and institutional behavior is to ask questions” (15). Speaking concerning the necessity for a minister to be well-presented, …
Ah, 2009. I have awaited you with great anticipation. With the dawn of a new year, I will lay out my 9 resolutions for 09: To know Jesus more intimately To prize my wife above any treasure of this earth To model Christlikeness in front of my son To recreate just for the sake of …
This week’s church sign of the week speaks volumes culturally. At the bottom of this sign, it reads: “The church, unchanged for over 200 years, is now cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.” While I imagine that this church is serving more as a museum than an actual meeting place from a church (or …
After Jesus began his preaching ministry (Mark 1:15), one of the first tasks he engaged in was building a team of disciples (Mark 1:16-17). Calvin Miller stated, “In order to build a true team spirit, you must delegate accountability and glory as well as responsibility.” Jesus built a great team since he did all of …
The last Sunday of 2008. Wow. What a year. It was great to be able to tickle the ivories and lead in worship this Sunday. It seems like every week, I hear people singing out more and more! That’s so exciting. I truly believe God was honored with what happened today! We worshiped to the …
I hope Yuletide bliss bit you severely over the last few days. As I am enjoying a restful day with the family, I have a few Christmas reflections: I am so thankful for Immanuel (Jesus came to us to live with us)! The Christmas Eve service was a blast. I saw a lot of guests …
Jesus was not afraid to attempt the supernatural. Risk-taking was a common element of his ministry on earth. While Jesus often received requests to flaunt his power, he only revealed his supernatural abilities if it accompanied a significant purpose. God’s anointing on Jesus’ life reveals to leaders the need for a constant dependency upon God. …
This week’s bad church sign is carrying on with the holiday spirit. As we near Christmas, churches all around are posting signs on their marquees to inform passerbys of the opportunities at the church. This church is apparently holding a presentation of the “Nutcracker” ballet for the weekend services. Unfortunately, their sign advertises a “Nuncracker” …
On the Sunday before Christmas, it was a great day to celebrate the birth of Jesus with all you North Siders. It was great to see many people who have moved away or in college be home for Sunday. It was a good time to gather as a family and celebrate. Jeff’s message on God …
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