Acts 1:8 is often understood as part of the Great Commission directly applying to all believers in Christ Jesus. However, a closer look at the passage reveals a more time specific meaning. While it is true that we as believers are entrusted with the humbling responsibility of being ambassadors for Christ, this text describes a one time occurrence. The particular word of interest is “power” in verse 8, referring to a miracle working ability. A comparison of

Words cannot fully express the tragedy that occurred in recent days in Haiti! As most of us probably have, I have sat in shock as the video and photos stream across the tv and computer screens. There are so many questions that come to mind during such a traumatic event. While there will always be those who are quick to assert causation to Divine wrath, may we be deeply moved to pray for Haiti. Let us pray for the church in Haiti, for the believers to find their rock in Christ. Let us pray for those who

When we take a honest look at today’s current deputation process and the new missionaries (and even returning ones on furlough), one can plainly see that there is a growing struggle to raise support. The possible reasons for this are numerous, but I definitely think it warrants our attention and ingenuity. The link I am providing in this post is another blog of a new missionary’s thoughts regarding these issues. Although his posts may take a while to sift through, the content is well developed and worth considering. Some of his thoughts are bit more obvious solutions to today’s support problems, but a few of his ideas are very intriguing. So, take some time and browse through his entries. I think it will challenge our thinking in this area of mission support (at least enough to start thinking personally how we can possibly be more Biblical and innovative in today’s economy).

http://www.debtortoall.blogspot.com/

Derek

Well, I would just like to share some thoughts today with everyone. I was thinking the other day about how ministry is to be conducted in a cross-cultural setting (in our case the Alaskan Eskimo villages). I was listening to a podcast the other day that looked at how the apostle Paul’s writings explain his approach in cross-cultural ministry. In Acts 17 Paul reaches the postmodern idolatrous city of Athens. By the way, it is interesting that our whole postmodern society today is not something brand new, but has existed in our history past.