In Luke 9:51, Jesus heads toward Jerusalem, calling his disciples to take up their crosses and follow. But, it turns out there are lots of reasons NOT to join Jesus on the road. What will these disciples ultimately decide to do? And how will we respond to the call of Jesus now?
It was a warm spring evening in Abilene, Texas (2005) when I heard my calling–clearly, loudly, and undeniably. Twelve years later I still bristle at the term, but my brief forays away from that calling (and numerous mentors) have confirmed its validity. I am called to use my gifts of speaking, writing, teaching, and leading…
This is a photo of the women who were present at the Women in Ministry Conference at Pepperdine in May, 2009. I am certain of the timing, because that’s me on the far left, holding my almost two-year old daughter awkwardly over my 7-months-pregnant-belly. These women and this network are a big part of why I stay….
I’ve been inspired by Mark Love’s recent post “Why I don’t leave, even though…” So I’m writing my own version of why I stay in Churches of Christ. I am asked this question all the time. All the time. When friends from within my tribe or broader Christendom learn about my passion for and calling…
