The Blessing of Transparency

The Blessing of Transparency

by Mario Vega, www.elim.org In a culture that values independence and privacy, the concept of transparency may seem uncomfortable or even unnecessary. However, for Christians, it is a powerful tool that can inspire spiritual growth and foster a healthy,...
Are You Wearing a Mask?

Are You Wearing a Mask?

By Michelle Geoffrey, cell pastor at www.celebrationchurch.org During Celebration’s Cell Leader Training, we give everyone paper plates and markers and ask them to draw a face – it can be theirs or one from their imagination. When everyone is finished, we...
“Monkey see, monkey do”

“Monkey see, monkey do”

By Steve Cordle, Executive Director, The River Network International (trni.org) Discipleship is more caught than taught. We need to be taught God’s truths, but that is not enough to form us as disciples. We also need to see examples of what it looks like to live...
The Blessing of Transparency

Transparency (Español Abajo)

By Joel Comiskey, How to Lead a Great Small Group Meeting If it’s a cold morning in Moreno Valley, and I must get into my car to drive somewhere, my mirrors and windshields are generally foggy. I must get a rag and wipe them down, or I can’t see the road...