Dare.It’s a word we often associate with bravery, with grand deeds, or with facing fear. But when Paul writes about daring in 2 Corinthians 11:20-21, he does so with an almost ironic undertone:“Whatever anyone else dares to boast about—I am speaking as a fool—I also dare to boast about.”What does he mean here?Daring means showing courage, having confidence, or taking a bold step. Here, Paul dares ...  Read More

On Religion in Ministry I once had the privilege of speaking at a church where I had been regularly leading services with great joy for many years. It was a dynamic and innovative congregation, where the power of the Spirit was visibly at work through His gifts. I was looking forward to concluding the sermon once again with an invitation to ‘come forward’ for prayer, so that people could be served by God’s tangible and transformative Presence...  Read More