Making The Shift From Patron To Friend
How do we make the shift from patron to friend; or how do we start out the relationship as mutual friends, rather than as patron-client?
Overcoming Unhealthy Dependency
Any kind of reliance that leaves a person completely dependent on others is dangerous. It is unhealthy. It takes away the belief that one can be self-reliant and rely only on God.
Orphans and Widows Part 3: Widows and Orphans: Rethinking Orphan Care
In past years, residential care has been the Western answer to the orphan crisis in lower income countries. Presently, researchers and practitioners are earnestly encouraging better care alternatives for four key reasons.
The Lowest Ebb
If we take a cold hard look at the situation Christians are facing in the 21st Century, not only is the kingdom of God hidden from view, but churches are also proving to have no political clout and seem irrelevant for the progress of human flourishing.
Orphans and Widows Part 2: Assumptions about Orphanages in Mission
If we don’t look at what is trendy and not working, how will we implement a strategy that hopefully will be effective?
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