The goal of my ministry is to lead people into a fully committed relationship with Jesus through the local Church.

For me to do this, it requires everything.

I picture it like a coach on a team. They want to win the championship, so they use every tool at their disposal to make it happen.

Sometimes, that requires quiet instruction and other times, it takes in-your-face tactics. Sometimes, it is early morning playbooks with donuts, and other times, it is late at night with caffeine. Sometimes, it requires being a cheerleader, and other times a drill sergeant.

I see this in Jesus’s ministry. Sometimes, he ministers with compassion and understanding. Other times, he seems angry and flips tables. One minute, he is praising Peter for his good confession, and the next, he is calling him Satan. He casts out demons in disgust and embraces sinners with grace. One thing I have learned from reading about Jesus’s life is that his tactics seem all over the map.

For me, the problem is that I never know what will work best. What works with one person sends another into revolt. But I must keep trying. Sitting back and casually watching people walk a path toward Hell is not an option for me.

I want everyone to know Jesus and the power of his resurrection and live the rest of their lives with him as their Lord. I will stop only short of sin to make that happen.