Following Jesus’ trial and execution the disciples were a defeated rabble. If it had been left to them to take up the mission of Jesus, the movement he founded would never have survived. Peter and Andrew, for instance, would have spent the rest of their lives rebuilding their fishing business. Instead, just as the Roman [...]
Monthly Archives: April 2011
Kindle version of Movements
22 April, 2011 – 4:28 PM
The Kindle version of the book is finally available. If you don’t have a Kindle you can download the software (Mac or PC) for desktop, laptop, iPad or iPhone. “Movements That Change the World: Five Keys to Spreading the Gospel” (Steve Addison)
What would the Prophet do?
20 April, 2011 – 11:09 PM
I took a break from writing last week to listen to an interview with Mark Durie, an Anglican minister who is also a brave man. Mark does an outstanding job of unpacking the differences between Mohammad and Jesus, Islam and Christianity. You can read the transcript or download the audio of the interview. Don’t miss [...]
Bell’s hell
18 April, 2011 – 8:05 PM
A great deal of what is being published by writers in the religious tradition is a scandal and is actually turning people away from the church. The liberal writers who are continually accommodating and whittling down the truth of the Gospel are responsible. I cannot understand how a man can appear in print claiming to [...]
Floyd McClung on the joy of not leading
18 April, 2011 – 8:13 AM
Floyd McClung shares one of his happiest moments so far in Africa. . . Anyway, my D-Group on Wednesday evenings is with 4 Malawian men who are new believers and future church planters. They live in shacks, are dirt poor, but most important, they have a vibrant, growing love for Jesus and a willingness to [...]
No promises!
14 April, 2011 – 8:22 PM
I’m back from a glorious week at Point Lonsdale writing from dawn to dusk with Saffie the Wonderdog by my side for my twice daily walks on the beach. Michelle came down for the weekend and we lit the open fire. Just the three of us. Is this what heaven is like? I’m off at [...]
The Discipleship Re-Revolution
11 April, 2011 – 9:26 PM
An outstanding book from two men who understand church planting movements from the inside out. Inspiring and instructive for anyone with a passion to make disciples. You can get your pre-order discount here.
Alone
4 April, 2011 – 10:21 PM
I”m looking out over the Pacific ocean at Point Lonsdale trying to pick up some phone and internet coverage. My ration for the day. No car, virtually no internet or phone. Alone except for Saffie the Wonderdog. I’ve grabbed the chance to get away for a week to on work on my next book. Missing [...]
