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Three Timeless Questions and the Christmas Answer
Explore three questions posed by the prophet Malachi and their answers found in the Christmas story. This blog delves into themes of divine love...
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Three Timeless Questions and the Christmas Answer
Explore three questions posed by the prophet Malachi and their answers found in the Christmas story. This blog delves i...
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What if Mary Had Said 'No'?
Ever wondered if Mary could have said 'No' to God during the Annunciation? This thought-provoking article dives into the Greek grammar of her re...
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What if Mary Had Said 'No'?
Ever wondered if Mary could have said 'No' to God during the Annunciation? This thought-provoking article dives into th...
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A Transforming Journey of Healing and Hope
Diaspora communities are finding healing and support through the “Caring for Wounded Hearts” program, which uses Bible-based materials to addres...
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A Transforming Journey of Healing and Hope
Diaspora communities are finding healing and support through the “Caring for Wounded Hearts” program, which uses Bible-...
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Hope and Renewal in One Breakthrough Week
Our guest, Sharon Patire explores her transformative experience at the RE-VIEW retreat, sharing her journey of healing and renewal after returni...
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Hope and Renewal in One Breakthrough Week
Our guest, Sharon Patire explores her transformative experience at the RE-VIEW retreat, sharing her journey of healing ...

To BE or to DO?

In this blog, John MacDonald explores the concept of genuine Christ-like transformation, contrasting the philosophies of "to do is to be" and "to be is to do" within the context of the Sermon on the Mount. True transformation comes from a change in inner character, not just outward behavior, aligning with the teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew.

To BE or to DO?

In this blog, John MacDonald explores the concept of genuine Christ-like transformation, contrasting the philosophies of "to do is to be" and "to be is to do" within the context of the Sermon on the Mount. True transformation comes from a change in inner character, not just outward behavior, aligning with the teachings of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew.


Reflections from the 4th Lausanne Congress

Reflections on Lausanne4: Participating in the Largest, Most Diverse Gathering of Christ-followers 

Reflections from the 4th Lausanne Congress

Reflections on Lausanne4: Participating in the Largest, Most Diverse Gathering of Christ-followers 


What is a Disciple of Jesus Christ?

For Christians, being a disciple and making disciples of Jesus Christ, is the aim of our lives. But what is a disciple of Jesus? In this blog, John MacDonald explores that question and provides three practical implications.

What is a Disciple of Jesus Christ?

For Christians, being a disciple and making disciples of Jesus Christ, is the aim of our lives. But what is a disciple of Jesus? In this blog, John MacDonald explores that question and provides three practical implications.


Classic ReBoot: From Transition to Transformation

Transitioning to life in Canada after years spent abroad can feel like stepping into a new world. Malik shares some stories of transformation from Classic ReBoot 2024.

Classic ReBoot: From Transition to Transformation

Transitioning to life in Canada after years spent abroad can feel like stepping into a new world. Malik shares some stories of transformation from Classic ReBoot 2024.


I Call It Heresy!

Can we be a disciple of Jesus Christ without a transformation in who we are and how we behave? In this series of blogs, Dr. John B. MacDonald challenges us to look through the lens of Matthew's Gospel to discern what it means in our day and age to live in God-honoring ways.

I Call It Heresy!

Can we be a disciple of Jesus Christ without a transformation in who we are and how we behave? In this series of blogs, Dr. John B. MacDonald challenges us to look through the lens of Matthew's Gospel to discern what it means in our day and age to live in God-honoring ways.


Transformation. When Pigs Fly.

Transformation is a popular topic. People want to transform their bodies with exercise and diet, or their lifestyle with a new career path. Often it seems like those changes never stick. Jesus spoke of a type of transformation where people are born again to a new eternal life.  Does that sound as believable as pigs flying? Read on to find out more.

Transformation. When Pigs Fly.

Transformation is a popular topic. People want to transform their bodies with exercise and diet, or their lifestyle with a new career path. Often it seems like those changes never stick. Jesus spoke of a type of transformation where people are born again to a new eternal life.  Does that sound as believable as pigs flying? Read on to find out more.