Find A Reason
The story of Joshua is a familiar one to most of us — and possibly the closest thing to a “kids going […]
Tag: commitment
Transformation is a Process, Not an Event.
As we begin a new year of serving students, I’m reminded of this tension we all serve within. So much of what […]
One Single Sex Boundary That Just Might Work
I smile nostalgically to think of your students’ imminent arrival on campus. My wife and I agree. The four years we spent […]
A Smart Start to the New Year
If you’re campus is anything like ours, then there is no shortage of events on campus during the first weeks of the […]
9 Bible Studies to Motivate Your Outreach Team Now and All Year Long
“Is your ministry geared more toward Christians or non-Christians?” If I drank a Red Bull every time I was asked this question, […]
Taking Care of Yourself—for real this time!
“Know your strengths, vulnerabilities, and triggers.” Check. “Get used to uncertainty and conflict.” Double check. “Experiment beyond your comfort zone.” Um…really? If […]
Who Are You to Pursue This Year?
When’s the last time you asked God for a target? For His target? When’s the last time you asked God who He […]
1 Glaring Deficiency
One glaring deficiency. That’s all it can take to leave the kind of bad taste in someone’s mouth that they no longer […]
MONSTERS UNIVERSITY: TAKEAWAYS FOR COLLEGE MINISTRY
I confess, I just ordered a Monsters University t-shirt.
As a College Minister, I was especially excited when I heard Pixar and Disney was releasing a sequel (or prequel more like) to Monster’s, Inc. As I predicted, the movie really resonated with me.
I thought about writing a review of Monsters University, but after reading the excellent review on…
Why July Might Be the Best Month to Take Any Remaining Vacation Time You Have
When I think of July, I think of this…
That’s not me — and I’ve never been to this location — but it’s still what I think of when I think of July.
Why?
Well, for starters it’s typically so hot and steamy here in the greater Nashville area that if I’m outside I prefer to be someplace wet — where I can actually enjoy being outside.
But I also like the peace and relaxation this image evokes. It speaks of a slower pace of life, and inner rest, that I don’t think enough of us experience very often.