We live in a generation that wants the stage without the levels, the results without the process. But life doesn’t work that way. Life happens in levels, arrives… Read more “Life happens in levels, arrives in stages”
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Transforming Lives: The Heart of IFGF Semarang
At IFGF Semarang, we believe the church is more than a building—it is a living movement of people transformed by Jesus and sent to transform the world.This… Read more “Transforming Lives: The Heart of IFGF Semarang”
The Modesty that Protects the Ministry
We live in a generation that easily confuses visibility with value. We celebrate personality more than purity, charisma more than character, and applause more than anointing. The… Read more “The Modesty that Protects the Ministry”
The Danger of the Modern Church and God’s Idea of His Church
The tragedy of the modern church is not a lack of activity but a loss of authenticity. Many congregations today have traded the simplicity and power of… Read more “The Danger of the Modern Church and God’s Idea of His Church”
The Modesto Manifesto: Billy Graham’s Blueprint for Integrity and Modesty in Ministry
“We determined to do all we could to avoid the scandals that had so often marred evangelistic work.” — Billy Graham Introduction: A Quiet Revolution in a… Read more “The Modesto Manifesto: Billy Graham’s Blueprint for Integrity and Modesty in Ministry”
The Shepherd’s Heart: Transforming Small Group Leadership
In the pursuit of authentic Christian community, a subtle and dangerous shift often occurs. Without intention, we drift from the deep, relational waters of ministry into the… Read more “The Shepherd’s Heart: Transforming Small Group Leadership”
Summary of Letters to the Church by Francis Chan
Core Message:A prophetic and pastoral cry for the Church to rediscover her biblical identity — a people marked by holiness, awe, simplicity, sacrifice, and Spirit-empowered mission —… Read more “Summary of Letters to the Church by Francis Chan”
Gateway Church and the Power of Small Groups in Missional Outreach
Gateway Church, widely known for its welcoming motto “No Perfect People Allowed,” has built one of the most influential small group systems in contemporary church ministry. Rooted… Read more “Gateway Church and the Power of Small Groups in Missional Outreach”
Alive in Culture: Engaging the World and Building a Life-Giving Church
Opening Statement The church is not called to hide from the world, nor to mirror it. Instead, we are called to bring the life of Christ into… Read more “Alive in Culture: Engaging the World and Building a Life-Giving Church”
From Profit to Purpose: Embracing Kingdom Principles
In today’s world, success is often measured by business achievements—how large the turnover is, how wide the network, or how fast the company grows. Yet for believers,… Read more “From Profit to Purpose: Embracing Kingdom Principles”