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Humble Movements

This is a humorous but poignant reminder for all leaders of Christian denominations, networks and movements to show a little humility.  Nobody gets it all right, we need each other, and we all need Jesus.

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Hat Tip: Trevin Wax

Laughing at Ourselves

Hilarious clip of comedian Tim Hawkins poking fun at denominational names, coffee houses, and modern translations like The Message.

Hat Tip: Friday Funny: Tim Hawkins on Church : Kingdom People

How We See One Another

Above is a cartoon I found at Near Emmaus on how various Christian denominations and movements see each other. It's funny because there is a lot of truth in it. Perhaps we should all learn how to be more charitable to one another, and how to laugh at ourselves!

The Future of Denominations

Interesting comment by J. D. Greear at www.jdgreear.com on the future of denominations.

"Denominations have a future, but only insofar as they function as missional networks and not as religious hierarchies.

I have tried to say on numerous occasions on this blog that there are no denominations in the Bible. Frankly speaking, it is easier to find evidence in Scripture for having a concubine than being a part of a denomination (via Ed Stetzer).

But there is plenty of evidence in the New Testament of churches working together in networks. The local church is the sole hub of ministry in the New Testament, and no denominational 'authority' should exist over top of it. But local churches have always found it more effective to work together than to work alone, and functional networks can end up being a kind of denomination. And that is the 'good' kind of denomination."

Greear was commenting specifically about the Southern Baptist Convention, but I think his insight applies across the board. The more denominations function as networks focused on mission the more successful their futures will be. Maybe it is time for all of us to do a little soul searching and re-evaluation.

Computers Got Denominations?

Some of you computer geeks will enjoy this - Best 404 Page Ever? - ChurchCrunch