This post is a survey of some thoughts about evangelism that I’ve wanted to share for some time in response to several discussions and posts in the blogosphere. I hope they are helpful in some way to those of you who do evangelism. When I came to work at the ministry where I serve 15Continue reading “Evangelism: Resources, Methods and Content”
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The Internet Monk’s Top Ten Web Sites of 2006
OK, you’re going to say that I’ve deserted last year’s list. I haven’t. I still love those sites, but I want this list to move on a bit. So here’s my “Top Ten” list of web sites that have really helped me this year. Feel free to add your own list in the comments. 10.Continue reading “The Internet Monk’s Top Ten Web Sites of 2006”
A Brilliant Slice O’ Parody + Misc
Brilliant. That’s all I can say. Absolutely brilliant. This parody of the “Slice o Bot” needs all you to blogroll it, pass it on and appreciate its wholesome goodness. The Onion has nothing on this site. Of course, it’s hard to top the original, no matter how hard you try. On the personal side, IContinue reading “A Brilliant Slice O’ Parody + Misc”
The Spencer Family Holiday Newsletter
This is what we send out to our friends all around the country. It’s two PDFs, one pretty big. If you have any interest in praying for us or just keeping up with our family, we’d be honored if you read it. Page 1 of the Spencer Holiday Newsletter Page 2 of the Spencer HolidayContinue reading “The Spencer Family Holiday Newsletter”
Briars in The Cotton Patch: A Story Finally Told
One of the greatest untold stories among Southern Baptists is the life, mission and ministry of Clarence Jordan.(pronounced Jerden) Now, thanks to PBS, Jordan’s story has been made into a documentary that can communicate this overlooked history to a generation eager to see the true message of Jesus at work in the world.
Evening Gathering: 11.19.06 : Wrestling God
Here’s an example of what I do in preaching to the boarding school students at our Sunday evening gathering. (Our day students and most of our staff aren’t present as they are in daily chapel.) The message is called “Wrestling God,” and it is an example of the kind of message and approach that IContinue reading “Evening Gathering: 11.19.06 : Wrestling God”
Do Chinese Students Need An American Jesus?
This post is important. If you keep up with my journey, read this because what is going on with my ministry to Chinese students is becoming a major chapter in the deconstruction of my American Evangelicalism. American Christian. You didn’t like that did you? I don’t like it either. “American Christian” sounds idolatrous. It makesContinue reading “Do Chinese Students Need An American Jesus?”
The Red Wheelbarrow Debate Continues
UPDATE: Here’s an excellent essay from Lawrence Perrine on the nature of “proof” in poetry. You should read it if you are interested in literary interpretation. I’m sure some of you want me to blog on nothing but TRs, post-evangelicalism and the latest attempt to say that Mark Driscoll is Sam Kinison (I’m not makingContinue reading “The Red Wheelbarrow Debate Continues”
For The One With the Sad Eyes
I gave up reading the blogs and MySpaces of our students this year because they weren’t having a good effect on me. Without sounding arrogant, I’ve heard it all before, and the personal references to my school, my friends, my fellow teachers and my life’s mission weren’t giving me any motivations or insights that trulyContinue reading “For The One With the Sad Eyes”
The Gospel for Appalachia III: Four Christian Responses
People with answers for Appalachia arouse considerable suspicion from those who know the region well. A multi-millionaire standing at a microphone, explaining how his money and ideas will turn the tide, may get his picture in the paper, but I assure you the applause is less than adoring. Experience has taught Appalachians and those whoContinue reading “The Gospel for Appalachia III: Four Christian Responses”
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