Like a lot of Christians, I grew up unaware that Israel matters any more, just assuming that God had finished with her, or perhaps even given up on her. I heard virtually nothing about Israel in my seminary training. It was apparently no longer relevant to the churches I was going to lead as a young pastor. But just under 30 years ago, no longer a pastor, I was … [Read more...] about Israel Matters
Faith
Inspiring a deeper walk of faith in God, expressed as Father, Son, and Spirit. Living out our shared experiences of life in Christ.
Lenten Fasting or Feasting?
Some years, I’ve made a point of giving up something for Lent. Like fasting from chocolate. Or driving alone in silence instead of listening to music or a podcast. These are small, personal sacrifices – so small that I hesitate to call them sacrifices. Besides, they’re for a limited time – for just the six weeks of Lent leading up to Easter Sunday. Yet somehow, giving up … [Read more...] about Lenten Fasting or Feasting?
Redemptive Entrepreneurship
An interview with Philip Yan: Director, Centre for Redemptive Entrepreneurship, Tyndale University, Toronto, Ontario “What is good for the world, according to its Creator?” Answering this question could transform your business! Philip Yan defines “Redemptive Entrepreneurship” as: “Building profitable businesses that serve the community, renew culture, and bless people; … [Read more...] about Redemptive Entrepreneurship
Stewardship’s Blessings
An interview with Maynard Wiersma; Executive Director, Christian Stewardship Services, Cambridge Ontario You can’t outgive God! Catching hold of this truth helps believers to recognize that a heart of generosity leads to tangible joy and immeasurable spiritual blessings. What is stewardship? Maynard’s definition is not limited to tithing and financial giving alone. He … [Read more...] about Stewardship’s Blessings
Benjamin Franklin and Jesus
I remember as a young child being taught Benjamin Franklin’s proverb: ‘Early to bed, early to rise, makes a person healthy, wealthy and wise.’ As my father and I were both early to bed, early to rise, I have a lot of happy memories of time spent together around the breakfast table together at 6 am. Benjamin Franklin had the common touch. As a brilliant philosopher, he … [Read more...] about Benjamin Franklin and Jesus