A few years back I was trying to define a way of thinking about Fusion that brings together diversity of ideas while focusing on the essentials of gospel ministry. I suggested that we need to be based on our highest common denominator, which is the Lord Jesus rather than a lowest common denominator which waters…

I am reading “Why Johnny Can’t Preach” by T. David Gordon at the moment. In it, he quotes David Denby’s book on literacy “Great Books” in which Denby observes the kid growing up watching lots of television… “He knows that everything in the media is transient, disposable. Everything on television is just for the moment…

If the lyrics of a song can be equally applied to the crush of a 17-year-old girl as they can to Jesus, then we should seriously question it being used to point a group of believers’ collective hearts to God. In some genres of music, a great melody is enough to create a good song.…

I just wanted to share that several folks expressed thoughts like the following email I received the other day. I just wanted to thank you again for putting together what I felt like was another successful Infusion. Thanks for the discussion, the teachings, and the info that you work so hard to pull together. I…

The ESV Study Bible has been named the “Christian Book of the Year” by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association, marking the first time the honor has been given to a study Bible. From HERE Two will be given away at Infusion this week!

4. In changing the world Awareness – that we are actively seeking to be aware of the needs and situations of brothers and sisters around the world and sharing that awareness with others. Adventure – that we are actively seeking to explore new places and forge new relationships where doors open. A Kingdom mindset –…

3. In leading the church… Equipping – that we are actively training, giving experience and instruction to those we see with leadership potential. Empowering – that we are giving opportunities to others, delegating responsibility as appropriate to the leadership skill and maturity. Releasing – that we are sharing our leaders with other ministries and willing…

2. In raising up a Biblically faithful generation… Proclamation – that we proclaim the truth… the whole truth of God thru His word. Learning centered teaching – that we think outside the stereotype of teaching which is teacher centered and move into more creative and interactive teaching. Transformation – No teaching or preaching is complete…

As we come together for Infusion, one of the topics for conversation will be values. Specifically, what values do we share as a group that can draw us together to be a blessing to one another? To get us thinking about that, I am simply sharing here what I believe are values that are important…