Pressing Ahead in 2008

by | Jan 2, 2008 | Cell Church Ministry

2008 is before us. Many people make resolutions for the new year. Of course the most important goal/resolution in the Christian life is to glorify God. Paul the apostle made two clear goal statements: Philippians 3:10: “I want to know Christ and the power of his...

Set Free to Serve

by | Dec 21, 2007 | Cell Church Ministry

Most of us would have passed over Mary Magdalene because of her sad spiritual state (possessed by seven demons). Yet, Jesus released her and used her mightily. According to the gospel writers, after his resurrection, Jesus appeared first to Mary Magdalene (Mark 16:9)....

God Uses Abnormal People

by | Dec 19, 2007 | Cell Church Ministry

Some are better than others in finding and using “leaders” (disciples who make other disciples). John Wesley excelled in this area. Howard Snyder in the Radical Wesley writes, “One hears today that it is hard to find enough leaders for small groups...

Conflict and Christmas

by | Dec 18, 2007 | Cell Church Ministry

Conflict is a central component to the Christmas story.  God sent himself to provide a pathway for man to be reconciled to the Creator.  In essence, mankind was in conflict with God.  Potential conflict, very real conflict, and conflict that led to terror are all...