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Neighboring meets ripple-effect faith. I call it missional neighboring.

  • word of the year 2020 is given

    Word of the Year 2020: Given

    I must be first broken to be given. I nod to the words of Ann Voskamp, underlined in my copy of The Way of Abundance: “Love isn’t about agreeing with someone; it’s about sacrificing for…

  • The Unspeakable Gift of Presence

    He gave us the gift of His Presence, not because we deserve it, but because He wanted to give it. And when He invited us into His family, He also invited us to share His…

  • 2019 word of the year for introverts and missional living_open

    Word of the Year: Open

    My word for the year for 2019 has been simply “open.” I want to posture my heart like an open door, welcoming my neighbors into my heart, my home, and my life because I cannot…

  • When What I Have to Give Feels Small

    When My Offering Feels Small

    The smallness of your offering can be your greatest strength because your neighbors don’t need people who can keep up a perfect appearance, they need people who are letting Love Himself perfect them in the…