Author Archives: Scott Dunford

Guest post by Bob Bixby, Pastor of Redeemer Church Fremont, CA. Originally posted here.   Seven Ways Many White Evangelicals Dodge Any Complaint about Racism 1. General corruption is the problem. “Well, there is sin all over the place. We … Continue reading →

Like so many who grew up like me in the rural Midwest, I have always admired the police. I come by it naturally. When I was young, my father was a deputy sheriff, and a small-time law enforcement legend. He … Continue reading →

The past three weeks have been a blur of goodbyes, hellos, and paperwork. January 20th I preached my last sermon at Community Evangelical Free Church where I have served as a lay elder while at ABWE International HQ, and that … Continue reading →

Some weeks are emotional roller coasters. The Holidays are notorious for this. The beauty and joy of all that Christmas symbolizes are tinged a little blue with the memories of what has been lost or will be lost in the … Continue reading →

I am excited to announce that I have accepted a call from Redeemer Church of the Silicon Valley in Fremont, CA to join their church planting team. We are looking forward to this next mission assignment, and the opportunity it … Continue reading →

Progressives, Colonialism, and Christian Missions Rant warning. And I’m mad. I have a lot to say about the young missionary thing. It’s very layered and complicated and the young man’s methods and theology should be discussed, debated, critiqued, and analyzed. … Continue reading →

Five Critical Reminders for Modern Christians on the Death of John Allen Chau Since news of the killing of John Allen Chau at the hands of Sentinelese islanders became public, the blog and Twittersphere have been ablaze with opinions about … Continue reading →

“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 This familiar passage that calls us to stop, listen, and wait for God, is a missionary passage. The Psalmist continues, “I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted … Continue reading →

“The thot of a fellow creature perishing forever should rouse all our activity and engage all our powers.” Continue reading →