Tag Archives: ministry
The Mission of Christ in the World
From Genesis to Revelation, the Scriptures reveal the mission of the triune God to actively engage and redeem mankind for His glory. This redemptive record has been referred to in Latin as the missio Dei—the mission of God. There is … Continue reading
The Pastor: A Memoir
By Eugene Peterson, Harper One, 2011 Deep Montana roots. Six years living in spiritual “badlands.” How to be “unbusy” in ministry. These are just a few of the intriguing life chapters Eugene Peterson chronicles in his memoir, The Pastor. Author … Continue reading
Engaged
By Dr. Greg Trull, Dean of Ministries, Professor of Biblical Studies The 1947 Willys Jeep was my pride and joy. My dad and I bought it from a professional wrestler (I saved the sales agreement like an autograph) and finished … Continue reading
The Theological Turn in Youth Ministry
By Andrew Root and Kenda Creasy Dean, InterVarsity Press, 2011 Reviewed by Dr. Sam Baker, Associate Professor of Student and Family Ministries Here’s a simple challenge. This coming Sunday carefully and cautiously approach the youth pastor in your church and … Continue reading
Seeing Clearly
By Dr. Greg Trull, Dean of Ministries, Professor of Biblical Studies During my first semester of seminary, I began having regular headaches, and not just during Greek vocabulary quizzes. By the end of a long day of classes, I felt … Continue reading
On Assignment: How Do We Respond When God Calls?
By Lee Ann Zanon, Adjunct Professor, Women’s Ministries B-6. N-32. I-19. Bingo! Smiles brighten the faces of the nursing home residents seated in wheelchairs around me, and we all cheer. Scanning the circle, I see friendly competition and laughter, despite … Continue reading
Of Mushrooms and Ministry
By Dr. Greg Trull, Dean of Ministries, Professor of Biblical Studies Step by step, we ascended up the trail out of Hell’s Canyon. Camp lay just ahead, and we were nearly “home” when we discovered a delectable surprise. Warm … Continue reading
