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Equality in the Community
In Acts 4 we are reminded that, “There were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned lands or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to anyone as he had need” (vs.34). To say that there … Continue reading Equality in the Community
Christ in the Community
Christ in the Community Again, returning to Acts 4: “With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all” (vs.33). An important aspect of the early Christian community was their passion for serving Jesus Christ. Not only were the early believers one in … Continue reading Christ in the Community
Generosity in the Community of God
Again, returning to Acts 4:32-34 - “No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had” (vs. 32b). Many are surprised to find out that Scripture refers to material possessions more frequently than prayer and faith! God is concerned about material possessions! Why is it that after some … Continue reading Generosity in the Community of God
Oneness in the Community of God
"All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and much grace was upon them all. There were no needy persons among them. … Continue reading Oneness in the Community of God
A Biblical Understanding of Community
The idea behind the word community in reference to the Church is critical for understanding how we are to live and function as a body. The New Testament clearly describes for us the importance of community in the book of Acts. The Church in Jerusalem made a clear and counter-cultural statement as they stood in … Continue reading A Biblical Understanding of Community
49 Statistics for the Needy Worldwide (especially children)
49 Statistics for the Needy Worldwide (especially children) Compiled by Kim Craig 1. Six-thousand children died today from water-related illnesses. – “Child Survival Fact Sheet: Water and Sanitation” (New York, NY: United Nations Children’s Fund), http://www.unicef.org/media/media_21423.html. 2. Over one billion people in the world have no access to improved water sources. – David Redhouse, “No … Continue reading 49 Statistics for the Needy Worldwide (especially children)
4-14 Summit in NY
The summit was held this past September 1-5th in NY. The event was held at the Promise Church, a large A of G Korean church in Queens. Let me tell you, the Korean church knows how to pray!!! We joined in with them at 5AM. The church and its members were amazing hosts. I was … Continue reading 4-14 Summit in NY
Children in Need
Number of children in the world 2.2 billion Number in poverty 1 billion (every second child) Shelter, safe water and health For the 1.9 billion children from the developing world, there are: * 640 million without adequate shelter (1 in 3) * 400 million with no access to safe water (1 in 5) * 270 … Continue reading Children in Need
Fuller commencement and other stuff
After an amazing summer visiting with family and some friends (and sad that there was simply not enough time to visit with many others) we are now back in Costa Rica preparing for new classes and a busy year. Christina has decided to take a job teaching at a local Christian school called Sojourn Academy. … Continue reading Fuller commencement and other stuff
Development and Justice 