The Difference Between Mentoring and Discipleship
“What’s the difference between mentoring and discipleship? They are closely related, but not exactly the same. Both involve instruction based on a relationship. But discipleship involves a call, a direct invitation from the teacher that borders on a command. Jesus told the fishermen Peter and Andrew, “Come, follow me,” and “at once they left their nets and followed him” (Matthew 4:19-20). Then he ran into … Continue reading The Difference Between Mentoring and Discipleship
God’s Work in Suffering
If we were honest with ourselves, most of us would admit there are times where we wonder – how could God let this happen? Whether it is an earthquake where thousands of people die or a family member who is sick, we wonder, why is God allowing this to happen? My intention is not to try and explain the problem of suffering (a massive project … Continue reading God’s Work in Suffering
Be Strong and Courageous
One of my favorite chapters in the Bible is Joshua 1. Moses had just died and the leadership baton was changing hands. Joshua, Moses’ one-time assistant, would now assume command. To say the least, this was no small assignment for Joshua. By this point in time, the Israelites numbered at least 2 million people, so for Joshua to be taking the place of Moses was … Continue reading Be Strong and Courageous
Shepherd the Flock 