May 2nd 2017 -
Our Misconception of an Evangelist I think another major stumbling block to sharing Jesus can be that we often see evangelists in a certain way. They are charismatic, extroverts with thick skin. They can communicate anywhere and are the life and soul of the room, they care little for what others think and unless we match these characteristics we either: Freak out! Leave...
May 2nd 2017 -
The fourth obstacle to sharing Jesus effectively is disconnection. For too long Christians and the church have had a PR problem. This was confirmed in David Kinnaman’s book, “UnChristian”. The results of the research carried out identified what unchurched people think of Christians. 91% homophobic 87% Judgmental 85% Hypocritical 72% Out of Touch with Reality 68% Boring Kinnamen concludes that in light of this information, “we...
Apr 28th 2017 -
Last week I met up with Femi Kalejaiye (Operations Pastor, Rediscover Exeter) to hear all about New Day – a morning of celebration held at the biggest venue in Exeter which happens to be The Great Hall, a spectacular arena smack bang in the middle of the University main campus. Femi, why ‘New day’? "We recently doubled up our services at Rediscover Church...
Apr 27th 2017 -
Prayer is powerful. When we pray we join forces with God. Yes, God is at work. Yes, God can move on our campus’ without us because He can do anything. But God has also chosen to partner with us. He is always listening, looking for places where we’re inviting Him in and asking Him to act, so that He can build his kingdom with us. That's why he...
Apr 27th 2017 -
The Student Mission Awards are coming in February 2018. What student mission stories have you got to share? Could the Mission Styles ‘Talk with Me’ award be yours? 'Talk with me' people are the kings and queens of the D.M.C. (Deep and Meaningful Conversation). They're the ones sat outside at 3am at house parties engrossed in a five-hour conversation, laughing and...
Apr 23rd 2017 -
Rolling her eyes as Ellen and Josh bickered on, Megan failed to mask an exasperated sigh. “How about actually speaking up if things are that bad?” Ellen snapped, catching the other two off guard. “Well, it’s just… the team has become so consumed with disagreement that we’ve made no plans for the event next week and I’ve now got to catch my...
Apr 21st 2017 -
With deadlines and exams on the horizon, the temptation to go into lock down - emotionally, physically, spiritually - can feel the only way to stay alive. Chained to the desk, head down, eyes fixed on the library commute, hands glued to coffee mugs, no day light in the diary, no chance of flexibility or freedom until this thing is done... Hold...
