Mission Statements

I struggle a little over 'mission statements' for congregations. When people feel the need to mimic the commercial or business realm in the life of church. Honestly, I sometimes wonder why people can't just hold to the vision that Jesus calls us to! Here is a nice statement that comes from our church in Cumbernauld. Seems to hit the point.

Tuning in?

At CLAN, I had a very helpful chat with one of my long-standing friends who is a Church of Scotland minister, both a godly man and a very able theologian. He commented to me that all of us, as human beings, are like radio receivers in the spiritual realm. It’s all a matter of what we choose to tune into. What we focus upon. What our goal is.

I find this really helpful, not least because of its simplicity. A Christian is called to focus on Jesus. Tune into the Holy Spirit. Have as their goal the complete and full expression Kingdom of God among us. Hoping for the New Heavens and New Earth.

Nice and clear, eh?

CLAN Gathering @ St Andrews

CLAN in St Andrews has become the main Christian festival in Scotland, with some 1,500 people coming together for a week of activity. Our Baptist Union had a stall there this week, and many people gathered to speak to us and renew contacts as well as make enquiries regarding Mission and Ministry. A great networking event which - after all - is a large part of what we are all about. Its also exciting to see this major event focusing in in discipleship and mission, which is also what we are all about. Glory to God!