Bonding Through Jesus Across Cultural Barriers
During our first week in Brazil, we got to experience so much of the culture and build friendships with our LifeShape partners. We were immediately welcomed by the LifeShapers with open arms when we arrived at Água Viva after our two travel days. Though we spoke different languages, one of the first things we…
How to End Poverty in Ten Tough Steps – An Evening with Dr. Jay Richards
Can we really end poverty? Contrary to what you may have heard, we know how to cure poverty. The real question is why aren’t we doing it? As Christians we are deeply committed to helping the poor. Unfortunately our good intentions don’t always translate into good outcomes for those who need it most. To put…
Identity Founded in Grace
Last week, Fellows Class 18 read John Lynch’s The Cure. This book examines how humans choose to pursue “good intentions,” attempting to please God rather than choosing to love and follow God. We lose sight of God’s desires for us and strive to attain the lives of “good believers.” Often, we fail to remember that…