by Mario Vega | Nov 3, 2011 | Uncategorized
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...
by lizlynberg | Nov 2, 2011 | Uncategorized
by Liz Lynberg One of the things that I love about cell ministry is how we seek to meet outside the church building. Cells are not just another program that the church offers for attenders – but they are living organisms penetrating neighborhoods, workplaces and...
by randallneighbour | Nov 1, 2011 | Uncategorized
by Randall Neighbour Sharing a meal in one’s home with neighbors, friends, or co-workers is nearly non-existent in my world. I live in the fourth largest city in the United States, and although Texans are a friendly bunch for the most part, they’ve...
by jefftunnell | Oct 31, 2011 | Uncategorized
by Jeff Tunnell Overcoming the “closed and protected home” mentality in our western mindset is a difficult task. I find that homeless people are much more hospitable than homeowners! Material wealth and possessions have hindered our ability to share. We...
by joelcomiskey | Oct 30, 2011 | Uncategorized
by Joel Comiskey We planted our church in Moreno Valley, California, using our house as the launching pad. I struggled with the constant barrage of people in our home and the resulting messiness. I found it hard to practice hospitality and was on my knees a lot,...
by Mario Vega | Oct 27, 2011 | Uncategorized
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...
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