Pastoral Reflection on 2020
As I look back over 2020, I’m more overwhelmed at what God did than what we endured. Yes, this year had its fair share of challenges, but it didn’t hinder God’s work.
2020
Think Church Rebuild – Not Church Restart
All church leaders have been imagining what it will be like when we restart and everything returns to normal. That isn’t happening. We need to think about a church rebuild – not a church restart.
The Looming Decision for COVID Education
I have talked with so many parents who are concerned with the unknown situation regarding their children’s education during these anxious times we live in due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We are now in July, and most parents are holding their breath awaiting an imminent decision with serious implications.
Don’t Be Surprised by the Supreme Court
Over the last few weeks, the Supreme Court has made some decisions that were surprising to many. The apparent conservative majority among the justices was supposed to ensure that significant cases regarding ethical issues would be destined to lean toward conservative conclusions. That has not been the case.
These Are My Sons [Both of Them]
These are my sons. Both of them. I have been asked before, “Are they really your sons?” “Oh, they are …
What Black People Want White People to Understand
Black people don’t think every white person is racist, but every time a white person defends injustice, it makes their distrust to widen considerably.
Realistic Expectations for Church Regatherings
In the weeks to come, many churches who practiced social distancing during the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic will begin …
Questions to Answer Before Reopening Church Gatherings
As a culture walking through the uncharted territory of an international pandemic, we know that we have to begin the …
When a Mandated Quarantine Forces Ministry Innovation
With the rise of COVID-19 around the world, it has caused everyone to get creative quickly. In ministry and church …
Taking My Eyes Off the COVID-19
It’s Monday morning. We have an international pandemic on our hands, and I don’t know what to do. As an …