Posts by Dave Malnes
A skill that will never die
With technology and Artificial Intelligence quickly entering the mainstream of our society, there is one skill that will never die — the ability to tell stories. According to Lawrence Yeo, people will always be drawn to the human experience that will help define our relationship with AI and technology. Computers are instruments the mind uses…
Read MoreOur Greatest Work
In a performance-based society, what is seen and done before others is rewarded and valued. Accomplishments can define who we are, how we pursue, and how we compare ourselves to others. The world’s definition of what really matters can’t compare to what is most valuable in heaven. A life in Christ reflects this truth. This…
Read MoreThe one thing to reach people
Do you remember the movie, “City Slickers?” A crusty old cowboy named Curly shared the secret of life with some city folk who were helping herd cattle. Holding up one finger, he said, “One thing. Just one thing. You stick to that, and the rest don’t mean [a thing].” Mitch, the city slicker, asked, “What…
Read MoreThe rise of indifference
While attempting to reach our community this Christmas, perhaps the greatest challenge is capturing the attention of a highly distracted audience. They are, largely, indifferent towards church, worship, and God’s means of grace. A word being used to describe this attitude is “apatheism.” What are ways to confront this trend and to communicate the value…
Read MoreWhat Is Success?
When you want to gain respect through success, then success is often defined through quantifiable variables. But what does success look like within the context of eternal life in heaven?
Read MoreLessons from Fall
As a new season brings change, it seems that people are sensing change is coming in other ways. And it’s unsettling and scary.
Read MoreThe Difference Between Ego and Confidence
Having the ability to discern confidence and ego can be a significant factor in sustaining gospel activity. If it is not properly addressed, it can serve to derail initial efforts to instill a mission-minded attitude for your congregation.
Read MorePause and Proclaim
Busyness can be a distraction that does not enable us to prioritize our life. If we are not careful, busyness can disrupt our relationship with God.
Read MoreThe Practice of Quitting
Quit or Grit: When should you continue or stop a program or activity at your church?
Read MoreDiscerning the Digital Audience
Evangelism requires that we learn about our audience. Digital immigrants must learn a new language and a new culture of engaging, inviting, and proclaiming without a physical presence.
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