Luminous: Living the Presence and Power of Jesus, T. David Beck. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2013. Summary: Explores how purpose, presence, power and peace enable us to radiate the light of Christ in our everyday lives. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Luminous by T. David Beck
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Book Review: Answering Jihad by Nabeel Qureshi
Answering Jihad: A Better Way Forward, Nabeel Qureshi. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2016. Summary: Contends that there is a basis in the foundations of Islam for violent, and not merely defensive, jihad, which neither can be ignored, nor assumed of all Muslims, but calls for a proactive response, particularly of Christians, of love and friendship with the hope of breaking the cycle of violence. … [Read more...] about Book Review: Answering Jihad by Nabeel Qureshi
The Fruit of the Spirit in Academia, Part 1 (Scholar’s Compass)
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. - Galatians 5:22-23 Reflection The academic world can be cut-throat, competitive, and harrowing. The constant pressure to publish, to win grants and to achieve tenure are just a few of the tensions that weigh on academics every day. What does it look like to manifest the fruit of the Spirit in such an environment? Is it even possible? It must be acknowledged … [Read more...] about The Fruit of the Spirit in Academia, Part 1 (Scholar’s Compass)
Devotions: Beatitudes (7) —God’s Peace Corps
You're blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That's when you discover who you really are, and your place in God's family. -- Matthew 5:9, The Message Perhaps no other saying from Jesus needs attention as this one in our very dangerous and destructive world. World and area events point to the need for "peacemaking." What is a peacemaker? Can the ordinary believer be a peacemaker? The answer, says Jesus, is a resounding YES! The church group to which I belong actually has … [Read more...] about Devotions: Beatitudes (7) —God’s Peace Corps
Seeking the Peace of the University
What does InterVarsity Christian Fellowship's Faculty Ministry do? At a recent gathering, InterVarsity's Faculty Ministry Leadership Team (FMLT) delved into Further development of ministry resources, for example . . . Getting the word out regarding InterVarsity's growing Faculty Ministry Inviting others to partner/participate in shared ministry/conferencing Upgrading on-line presence/offerings. Keeping pace with the interest in the Emerging Scholars Network (ESN), for example . . . Connecting with … [Read more...] about Seeking the Peace of the University