Monthly Archives: March 2011

How I Understand and Communicate God’s Kingdom

A Theology of Presence Christian theology must be rooted in the abiding presence of God.  Theology done well flows from authentic relationship.  God speaks, God moves, God leads and we respond.  Christian theology is initiated by our resurrect Christ through … Continue reading

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True Visionary Leadership Flows from God

There have been many words written about vision.  From vision casting, to vision statements, to visionaries, the world is full of vision.  On many different occasions I’ve been asked to describe my vision or the vision for Evergreen Foursquare Church.  … Continue reading

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A Junior High Love Triangle with Soundtrack

In eighth grade I fell in love with two Stephanies.  Which really isn’t saying much, since in the early eighties 1 out of every 5 girls was named Stephanie.  A week before the school dance, word reached me that both … Continue reading

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Living in the Ever Gray State

If you’ve lived through at least one Northwest winter, you’ve confronted the concept of gray.  Gray usually hits me when I’m driving the interstate on a particularly drippy afternoon.  This week I had one of those gray days.  I was … Continue reading

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Dancing the Sacred Tune

God moves.  He is rushing wind, raging water, consuming fire.  God is gentle breath, sacred whisper, setting sun.  God is eternal activity, peace in motion, and fluid glory penetrating exterior and interior walls. God is beat, rhythm, and song.  He … Continue reading

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Hearing God?

Here are some ways to stir your ability to hear God’s voice and follow God’s leading. 1.  Read the Bible:  Find a small passage of Scripture and read through the passage at least three times.  After you’ve read the passage … Continue reading

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Contending for the logic of my faith

If I really believe this thing called Christianity. . . then I better follow out the logic of my faith. If I’ve been set free from the power of death and sin. . . If I’ve been filled to overflowing … Continue reading

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