Gagology and the Gospel

By Eddie Lowen Not long ago, Drew Dyck read this inspirational quote from Oprah Winfrey on the java jacket of his Starbucks coffee cup: “The only courage you ever need is the courage to live the life you want.” The Leadership Journal editor instinctively analyzed this Oprahism. It”s exactly what you”d expect from Oprah. Or Joel Osteen. Having an eye for theological truth””more simply known as truth“”Dyck realized what was intended as inspiration was actually a giant dose of what I call gagology. He was so troubled by the misleading potential of Oprah”s message that he literally crossed-out the word

September 7, 2012

E.G Jay Link

Stewardship & Generosity Preaching

STEWARDSHIP: What Have We Done to This Word?

Biblical stewardship is about far more than giving money. E. G. "Jay" Link explains why recognizing God's ownership of everything can transform personal decisions, church leadership, and everyday Christian living.

October 12, 2008

David Bycroft

Mission & Evangelism

The Ultimate Purpose in Evangelism Is Not Church Growth

David Bycroft reflects on evangelism through the story of Smitty, emphasizing Jesus, grace, repentance, discipleship, and baptism as part of God’s work of changing lives.