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I recently finished the book, The Strength of the King, which I read like a devotional each morning for several weeks. Day after day, it drew me into Scripture, reflection and prayer that centered on God’s great love for the lonely, vulnerable and destitute…and His call to the church to reflect that heart in action. [...]
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Little Things Anyone Can Do for Foster Youth
This week’s Alliance webinar was one of the very best ever. If you desire to better understand the challenges faced by youth in foster care, as well as little things any person can do that make a huge difference for these young people, you won’t want to miss it. The webinar, “Foster Care Ministry – [...]
Why Justice and Mercy Flow from the Gospel
The theme for Summit VIII (May 3-4 at Saddleback Church) is Justice and Mercy Flow from the Gospel. But why is Gospel the fountainhead of justice and mercy? Why not just “goodwill” or “duty” or “idealism”? On one level, because we’re all made in God’s image, every person holds a certain sense of justice and [...]
The Amazing Opportunity Coming in May
Registration for Summit VIII opened today. Amidst the dizzying pace of life, it suddenly struck me: this conference is going to be amazing. I can hardly wait. Sure, the work of the Alliance is my day job. And I love it. But it is my night job, too—the things I think about when I’m “off.” [...]
A Moving Story in 2 1/2 Minutes
This moving story requires no analysis. Just gratitude to God for working in such remarkable ways—as He so often does through those willing to let the unexpected come.
Art with a Mission II: Peder Eide
This week, we’re highlighting the significance of good art to any movement, and the way artists are using their talent to nurture the Christian orphan care movement. Anyone who’s been to a recent Summit remembers singer-songwriter Peder Eide. Peder’s stage presence (really, his presence anywhere) is alternately deep/sober and vivacious/hilarious. Whether in person conversation or [...]
Art with a Mission
As we’ve explored in the past (more than once), any great movement draws upon good art to nourish, spread and inspire the vision of the cause. It’s great to see the way skilled artists rising to fill this role for the Christian orphan care movement. We’ll highlight several this week. One I’m particularly excited about [...]
See the “Orphan Movement Update” Online…plus free signed book & more
The “20-Minute Investor Report and Movement Update” is now viewable online HERE or below! If you care about the growing Christian orphan care movement and the Alliance, you won’t want to miss it. The audio and visual provides a quick-hitting overview of: the historic role of the church and care for the orphan….highlights of the [...]
Moving Story in the Washington Post: The Christian Orphan Care Movement and One Unforgettable Expression of It
The Washington Post Magazine this weekend will carry a deeply moving story of the adoption of Russian girl with Down’s Syndrome. The piece also provides yet another compelling a window into one expression of the growing Christian orphan care movement. This story, “Adopting a New Purpose,” went live online today. Pregnant with their fourth child, [...]
Justice and Mercy Flow from the Gospel
Today, the new website for Summit VIII (May 3-4 at Saddleback Church) was officially unveiled! Check it out when you get a chance! And pre-register now (at no cost) to receive a $10 discount when registration goes live. The theme for Summit VIII is Justice and Mercy Flow from the Gospel. But why is Gospel [...]
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