Comments on: Will We Go The World’s Way Or Another Way?

By: Cathy Simpson

Cathy Simpson — Sat, 10 May 2014 19:19:16 +0000

It’s the subtle difference, I think, between knowing about Jesus and Scripture, and knowing what His kingdom entails. As an American Christian, I’ve been raised with “what can Jesus do for you”, how can I get closer to Him, experience His presence more, pray more effectively, etc., etc., etc. All good things and not outside of “being a good Christian”. The thing I’ve (we?) been missing is how to change that mostly inward focus and American-culture-focus to what Jesus focused on and did and what that will look like within the culture we live in. Quite different than what the majority of us heard who have grown up in the church, especially through the 70′s, to the turn of the current century.

By: Cathy Simpson

Cathy Simpson — Sat, 10 May 2014 15:51:10 +0000

I have found it a new experience reading the Gospel of Luke with an eye focused on what Jesus really did and said that highlights His way of thinking and operating in His kingdom while teaching His disciples. After reading through Scripture so many years and it being so familiar, I need a freshening-up of insight.

By: shari

shari — Thu, 08 May 2014 05:16:52 +0000

I really enjoy what you write Brian. The St. Francis prayer is awesome- I remember memorizing it at dinner with you and Ashah after coming home from Italy. Such a special time. Thank you for embracing the beautiful things we experienced there. I love you!

By: bryan

bryan — Wed, 07 May 2014 16:18:47 +0000

As I sit and contemplate, it amazes me that I’ve heard this message almost my entire life, yet I’ve spent most of my life failing at being a good citizen of either kingdom – perhaps because I’m trying to be good at both.