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Self Development in the City
When I was small, my grandfather used to tell me that the shortest verse in the Bible is “Jesus wept.” It made a strong impression on me, perhaps because it was the only verse I can remember him quoting. It … Continue reading
Week 3: God in the Midst of the City
“God is in the midst of the city; it shall not be moved; God will help it when the morning dawns.” -Ps 46:5 This week is Holy Week, a week that begins with Jesus entering the city of Jerusalem to … Continue reading
‘Haves’ and ‘Have-Nots’
The Unity of the Gospel and our Common Need for God’s Compassion Urban ministry is often typified by a focus on those who live in depressed socioeconomic conditions. This type of ministry is almost always associated with conditions of poverty … Continue reading
Week 2: The Sin of Your Sister Sodom
“As I live, says the Lord God, your sister Sodom and her daughters have not done as you and your daughters have done. This was the guilt of your sister Sodom: she and her daughters had pride, excess of food, … Continue reading
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