Threat or Opportunity?

by | Oct 7, 2015 | Uncategorized

by Steve Cordle, www.crossroadsumc.org The cell church’s greatest strength is seen by some as a reason to reject it.  Some pastors are reluctant to embrace a cell-based ministry philosophy because they fear that if they allow church members to lead and...

Family of Followers

by | Sep 21, 2015 | Uncategorized

by Steve Cordle, www.crossroadsumc.org The culture in 21st century United States is very individualistic, which can influence believers to adopt a mentality that all that matters is “Just me and Jesus”. That is why we hear some say their faith is...

Will It Work Here?

by | Sep 14, 2015 | Uncategorized

by Steve Cordle, www.crossroadsumc.org Years ago, when I first considered adopting a cell church philosophy of ministry, I wondered, “Cell ministry obviously works in Latin America, but will it work here?” Let me share what I wrote about this in my book...

Healthy, Not Perfect

by | Aug 18, 2015 | Uncategorized

by Steve Cordle, www.crossroadsumc.org When I was a college student considering becoming a pastor, a young associate pastor of a near-by church took me under his wing. “Stan” spent time with me discussing ministry and theology. He also invited me over for dinner...

Our First Priority

by | Aug 11, 2015 | Uncategorized

by Steve Cordle, www.crossroadsumc.org In order to stay healthy and sustain our ministry, we need to be in an intimate and interactive relationship with the living God. Most people realize that Kingdom leadership is a great privilege and honor. Not as many realize...