Called to Each Other, with Claude Alexander, author of Becoming the Church

Episode 167: Called to Each Other, with Claude Alexander, author of Becoming the Church

  TIMESTAMPS: [00:00:00] Imperfect church filled with various people. [00:04:21] “You can’t separate Jesus and the church.” [00:06:47] Pain leads to withdrawal from community. [00:13:07] American church challenges: which, minorities, margin, influence, opportunity. [00:14:45] Call to Christ, city, world, and each other. [00:20:49] Adjustment, persecution, scattering, faithfulness, cultural distinctives, discernment, courage. [00:22:18] “Surrendering control and…

Why a Low Anthropology is Key to Healthy Leadership

Why a Low Anthropology is Key to Healthy Leadership

Ever feel like people expect you to be perfect?  Or maybe you expect others to be perfect?  Or maybe you find yourself feeling shocked or taken aback or disappointed when your family or your friends or your congregation fall short of your expectations. I’ve certainly been there.  On both sides. Those expectations are what we…

Preaching for Deep Connection, with Lisa Lamb, author of Resonate

Episode 161: Preaching for Deep Connection, with Lisa Lamb, author of Resonate

  TIMESTAMPS: [00:04:04] “Experiencing a Day of Midnight Sun: Interview with Lisa Lamb, Author of Resonate” [00:10:12] “Preachers: Embrace Vulnerability in Sermon Preparation” [00:14:02] “Declaring God’s Goodness: The Final Step” [00:18:03] Interpreting God’s Work in the Present: A Call to Action [00:26:06] “Preaching as a gift from God” [00:32:52] “Lisa Lamb shares tips for preaching…