You’re probably reading this and you were most likely not the winner of the recent Mega Millions or Powerball jackpot. While listening to the radio the other day, the hosts talked at length about the possibility of being the winner of the jackpot. The first...
We all deal with insecurities. All of us. Those nagging little voices that whisper, “you’re not enough.” This, of course, is completely true. On our own, you and I are not nearly enough. These voices sort of have a point. So what do we do with all this messy...
You were created to create. As a Christian, that’s what I believe. I believe this because “God created the heavens and the Earth” (Gen. 1:1, NIV). And He also “created mankind in his own image” (Gen. 1:27, NIV). So, if God created everything and He created you...
“Something happens when you feel ownership. You no longer act like a spectator or consumer, because you’re an owner. Faith is at its best when it’s that way too. It’s best lived when it’s owned.” -Bob Goff Earlier in the day, I had spoken to a group of...
I just spent the day in Chechnya. Less than two decades ago, this Russian republic in the southern region known as the Caucuses was completely decimated by war. In fact, the UN called Chechnya the worst war-time destruction in any territory since WWII. Even as...
The phone rang with some discouraging news. A project we’d been working on for months, that we thought was in the bag (at least in principle), was starting to look unexpectedly shaky. It really caught me off guard. I found my mind wandering during my other...
The colorful flags of the nations were everywhere. They adorned a cluster of poles in the parking lot. They covered the back walls and stairwells of the auditorium. A giant globe sat atop a spare change fountain in the lobby, and about 300 plaques with faces of...
Who could predict the longevity of a pink frosted donut with sprinkles? A tradition that began when our son was four continues today with his four-year-old daughter. A weekly trip to Dunkin’ Donuts was a highlight in the late 80’s when donuts were made on-site....
Why is Business As Mission (BAM) so important today within your community and in your culture? BAM is a great fit in our context. We can’t enter our country on a religious visa so BAM provides us the means to enter and remain in our country. BAM has provided us...
The holy triad of faith, hope, and love is found multiple times in the New Testament. Many people the world over are familiar with 1 Corinthians 13:13, “And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love.” (NIV) Other...
In this week’s video, Erik redefines the very essence of leadership, shedding light on the power of making Jesus the heart of our influence. Discover how true impact is achieved not through personal fame, but by elevating Jesus as the driving force behind our actions. Join us as we learn to lead with purpose, guided by faith, and find new meaning in the phrase ‘Redefining Leadership with Jesus at the Center.’ Unleash your potential and become a leader who makes a lasting difference.
In this week’s video we discuss the transformative power of embracing small beginnings. Join Erik Cooper, the President of The Stone Table as he shares the inspiring story of CRF Affordable Housing and the three decades of faith and resilience. Hit the play button now and be inspired to embrace your own journey with confidence. Like, share, and subscribe for more empowering content on faith, business, and global missions.
In this week’s video, join us as we delve into the world of global missions as Erik talks with Pastor Dave Wigington of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship. Discover the profound impact of global missions on individuals, communities, and nations, and gain a deeper understanding of why reaching the unreached is so important today.