Racial Reconciliation & The Art Of Loving Our Neighbor

[This article is part of our Diversity Resources Library, containing resources for pastors and congregations on the topics of Diversity, Racial Reconciliation, and the Multiethnic Church.]  In the the well-known parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30-37), Jesus paints a picture of what real Christian love looks like. It’s striking to me that when Jesus […]

How Do We Talk Without Yelling?

[This article excerpted from HARD CONVERSATIONS: Reflecting Jesus While Facing The Issues, a new booklet for church congregations from Vineyard Resources.] In a cultural moment like this one, the church is faced with a challenge. Do we reflect the divisions in our world, or do we challenge, transcend, and overcome them? Do we run away […]