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As the scriptural thoughts regarding the Kingdom of God, the church, and the parables of Jesus begin to clarify and I begin to be comfortable with these concepts, let me suggest five steps toward the beginnings of a movement in your particular context. Read More

Learn how to develop a life pattern of an insider by praying and responding.
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See some books by Metro Staff and other recommended books for ministry.
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During the past few months I have taken a closer look at the Gospel we use when we dialogue and study with nonbelievers. While I have spoken to those training in San Antonio to “live among the lost,” the question of how to better understand what our Gospel is has surfaced. Read More

Our US Navigators Vision Statement begins with this sentence. "We see a vital movement of the Gospel, fueled by prevailing prayer, flowing freely through relational networks and out into the nations." Then it goes on to explain what that movement of the Gospel looks like. Read More

One thing I know about myself is that if left without a certain amount of structure, I forget to do things. My prayer life is no exception. Read More

"When he comes, he will convince the world of guilt in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment." This appears to be perhaps his primary ministry in the hearts and minds of people around us. Read More

For me, one of the most liberating and motivating truths in promoting the Gospel is that there are two entirely different ways to spiritually consider people in this world. Read More

Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place to pray. Read More

The kingdom of heaven is like a plant in the corner of a garden. All day long that plant can’t help but grow toward the light.

God is constantly working in the hearts and minds of our friends. Part of the reason for our conviction is found in the nature of the Gospel of the kingdom.

Prayer is like exercise and I don’t like to do either one. Everyone always tells you to pray and to exercise, but it is so hard! Faithful intercessors (such a small proportion of the world’s population) compare to those who are Olympic or professional athletes. Read More

At the Metro National Conference we introduced a special resource titled the San Antonio Case Study Video. It begins to address one of the most critical issues we face in the Metro Mission: What do we need to do to significantly increase our grass roots fruitfulness? Read More

If God were to exist, would you want to know what He was like or would you rather He just leave you alone in your little corner of life? Her immediate answer: Oh I’d much rather He just leave me alone the way I am. Read More

Initiative: making the first move, and the second and the third. Moving out of our comfort zone and into the place of your workmate or neighbor. Read More

During the past few months I have taken a closer look at the Gospel we use when we dialogue and study with nonbelievers. While I have spoken to those training in San Antonio to “live among the lost,” the question of how to better understand what our Gospel is has surfaced. Read More

You’re praying for them and are eager, with hearts fluttering, to suggest getting a few mutual friends together to read the Bible. When the time is right, you’ll ask them. But before then you need some partners who can share the load with you in what’s coming next.

Workplace settings are a great venue for helping others come to know Christ. We work with the same colleagues everyday, so we have a chance to get to know them and show the reality of Christ in our lives. Read More

Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place to pray. Read More

Learn how to develop a life pattern of an insider by praying and responding.
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Debbie Friley would challenge you to set aside everything else you’re reading and begin going through the Bible with your non-believing friends. Read More

Second to the Great Commandment - to love God wholeheartedly, with our whole being - is to love our neighbor as ourselves Read More

Asking appropriate questions in an atmosphere of love, trust, and acceptance can provide avenues for deeper conversation. Read More