"When you begin to think outside the box, you often become some other "leaders" lousy follower. That usually costs something" (Andy Rayner)

"Our guardian angels are bored." (Mike Foster)

It's where I feel I'm at these days. “In the second half of life, it is good just to be a part of the general dance. We do not have to stand out, make defining moves, or be better than anyone else on the dance floor. Life is more participatory than assertive, and there is no need for strong or further self-definition” (Falling Upward. Richard Rohr.120).

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Building Economically?

"Local churches and Christian institutions should generally reflect the economy of their areas. If churches in poor countries are built on the basis of wealthy economies, they will never be able to stand on their own."


"Dependency frequently becomes so great that local leaders believe that they cannot initiate other churches without rich benefactors providing the funds. Jealousies between those who do and do not receive support erode Christian community."


("Using Money in Missions. The Good The bad and The Ugly " EMQ January 2002, Gailyn Van Rheenen Professor fo missions Abilene Christian University Works among Kipsigis of Kenya Church of Christ non instrument)

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