James and John Transformed from Sons of Thunder to Sons of Grace

James and John transformed from rash, ambitious sons of thunder to humble, faithful servants—one giving his life for the Gospel, the other living to proclaim Christ’s love.

Who Were James and John (The Sons of Thunder)? James and John, the sons of Zebedee, (called the sons of thunder) were two of Jesus’ twelve apostles. They were fishermen Continue ReadingJames and John Transformed from Sons of Thunder to Sons of Grace

The Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion

When people say they don’t trust religion, they’re often reacting to how organizations or individuals may have failed them. But God won't fail you.

David just talked with a first-time visitor who complained, “This church is not right for me because I don’t trust religion.” He told us, “Many people feel uneasy about religion Continue ReadingThe Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion

How to Be a Roaming Greeter in a Welcoming Church

A roaming greeter helps create an environment where longtime members and first-time visitors feel seen, valued, and loved

A welcoming church is one that embodies biblical hospitality—an environment where both longtime members and first-time visitors feel seen, valued, and loved. In his book Becoming a Welcoming Church, Thom Continue ReadingHow to Be a Roaming Greeter in a Welcoming Church