My first Sunday back from some time away, I sat in the worship service and wept. It struck me as such a production, so performance driven. In a word, it was shallow. I couldn't believe this had happened on my watch.
On the surface, all was well. I was a megachurch ...
A Scary Kind of Love Why fully devoted followers can be really threatening. by Gordon MacDonald posted October 13, 2008
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Discipleship "Showtime!" No More Could our church shift from performance to mission? Walt Kallestad | posted November 26, 2008
Discipleship Nothing Beats Bible Reflection Willow Creek's REVEAL study shows the importance of Scripture for growth. Greg Hawkins and Cally Parkinson | posted November 14, 2008
Discipleship Missional Shift or Drift? Research shows that pastors' views of the gospel and mission are changing. But should we celebrate or repent? a Leadership Survey Report by Helen Lee | posted November 7, 2008
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