Honor and Shame in the First Century

by Mario Vega The social sciences have contributed important elements in the understanding of Scriptures. We now know that a fundamental aspect of social relations among the early Christians was the concept of honor and shame. Honor was considered by Mediterranean...

The Host’s Circle of Influence

by Mario Vega The host has an advantage over other cell members becuase her or she is the owner of the house. This is very important to the guests. It’s different when I’m inviting someone over to my house than when I’m inviting that same person to...

Rotating and Permanent Cells

by Mario Vega Rotating cells are the type that move from one house each week, while permanent cells remain in the same host’s house every week. Here at the Elim Church we have both types of meetings, and both have been a blessing. Rotating cells work well to...

Where Cells Should Meet?

by Mario Vega I agree with Joel Comiskey that a cell group can meet anywhere with the exception of the church building. The decision of where to meet depends largely on the needs of the cell memebers. In El Salvador, the Christian University Movement evangelizes...