What Are You Saved For?
Lately, I've been reflecting on Abram's calling in Genesis 12. God reaches out to someone who frankly doesn't know God from a coconut and gives him a specific mandate: “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you...
Your Perspective: What are the hardest topics to talk about in your small group?
I've been in small groups where certain topics are awkwardly avoided because of a lack of answer or a tough subject. Recently, I asked my facebook and twitter friends what topics are hardest for them to discuss in small group: Heather Fitzpatrick says that the hardest...
5 Tips from the Global Church: How to Best Impact Your Church and Ministry
My friend, Jimmy Lee, of Create Possible, recently shared some great ideas on what he has been learning from the global church-- which can greatly benefit your church and ministry: 1. Relationships are important. I was talking to a pastor from Nairobi, Kenya (who...
We’re Louder But Are We Deeper?
I recently had a chance to catch up with Brian Profitt, director of Preaching Unleashed, and talk about the width versus depth issues of faith. Brian asked: Margaret, It's not just the media's favorite twist on Christianity—my conversations with churches indicate that...
More Funny Than Wrong Post #62: Do Dogs Eat Veggies? Nope, They Beg for Them
This week, I'm the one guilty of creating more funny than wrong by taunting Hershey with vegetables. Leif and I have a small glass table in our kitchen that we sometimes eat a quick bite at and our beloved super pup doesn't seem to be able to see the glass clearly....
How Do You Show Love to Your Donors? 7 Tips to Appreciating Those Who Give
My friend, Jimmy Lee, of Create Possible, recently shared some great ideas on how to care for people who are part of your network or investing in your church, non-profit, outreach, or support. Consider the following tips: 1. Start by asking a question. How are these...
The Pluses of Google+ for Church Leaders
Google+ is the latest entry in the ocean of social media. As a church leader, you need to know the potential this has for your leadership and church. That's why I wrote the following article for a great site called Your Church which is part of Christianity Today. The...
A Royal Reminder of Caring for the Environment
I recently had the opportunity to spend several days in London listening to top theologians, business leaders, and scientists gather to discuss creation care--our responsibility to be intentional about caring for our planet. We were even invited to tour Highgrove, one...
10 Blogging Dos and Don’ts: Internet Writing Tips
I am always intrigued by the strategies behind blogging and internet writing-- surprisingly different when I am writing for one of my books. Brian Orme, from ChurchLeaders.com, just sent me this article he wrote about 10 Web Dos and Don'ts. 10 Dos and Don'ts of Web...
Your Perspective: Spiritual Lessons From Pets
I revealed in Hungry for God that I learn spiritual lessons from my dog. But you do it too, right? I recently asked my friends on facebook and twitter if they have learned any spiritual lessons from their pets. Luckily, I learned I'm not alone! Jill Willis said that...
