Dear Friends, On resurrection Sunday, on their way to the tomb, the women worried about the stone blocking the entrance (Mark 16:1-4). When they arrived, they found that the obstacle in their way was already gone. A new life was beginning, but they had not yet realized the hope of resurrection. We have grieved and worried so much this year. The resurrection of Jesus has also removed barriers, and a new season of church ministry is over the horizon. Let me share with you three metaphorical stones that once seemed to be obstacles in the way of the church. READ MORE >