“Go and make disciples of all nations baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit.  Teach them to observe all things that I have commanded you.  And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” - Matthew 28:19-20

We believe that we have been called to use the gifts God has given us to reach unbelievers for Him and to encourage, and build up His Church.

Change

I'm not giving any commencement addresses this year, although I have given a few in the past.  If I were to give one this year, I think I'd say something like this.

"In our school's World History book, there are about 300 people named in the index.  Only 300 people are mentioned in a book that claims to- tell the entire history of the world!  Now I know there are others who have changed the world forever, at least within their own disciplines, who don't get into the history books:  the Beatles, e.e. cummings, Billy Graham.  So I'll be generous and multiply the number of world changers in our history books by 10.  Let's say there's been 3000 people who have actually changed the world. 

"Now, there's almost 7,000,000,000 people in the world today.  Let's say that's 50% of all the people who have ever lived, which is a conservative estimate.  That's 14,000,000,000 people in the history of the world.  That means  approximately .00000025 of all the people who have ever lived have actually change the world.  Using this data, I'd be a fool to tell you to strive to change the world.  God doesn't seem concerned with making everyone a world changer.

"Instead, I encourage you to change tires for the young mom whose mini van is broken down on the side of the highway, as she tries to keep her three kids from the danger of oncoming traffic.  Change the oil for your elderly neighbors every couple of months.  Change diapers for the single mom next door, or, young men, the diapers of your own kids.  Change your spending habits and spend less on yourself and give more to subsaharan Africa, or your local church's benevolence fund.  Change your attitude toward the poor, the immigrant, and the elderly.  Change the clothes of a quadriplegic who can't dress himself.  Change your calendars so that you spend more free time with your families, or the sick, or the imprisoned, and less time on the golf course or ski slopes.  These are changes you can all do, and must do, if the world is going to change at all."
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A Few Testimonies

The presentation was fun and encouraging... The gospel message was clear and encouraging. I purchased your book and just finished it. Your scope is broad and again encouraging. May God continue to bless your ministry. I will encourage others to read your book. -Parishioner of a local church

"Hey, I  wanted to say that was a great message in chapel today! It touched something:) thanks for doing it!" -High School Student  

"We are so grateful that you brought your amazing ministry back to our church this year... The Gospel message you bring applies to all!  It is such a positive, valuable work that you do."  -Coordinator of Christian Ed. UCC Church

"There's no questioning it. This is powerful stuff. It's extremely touching at times, never less than entertaining, and I see a lot of sincere love for Jesus in you guys."  -Dwight Lilies, song writer

The Lord has given you a wonderful window through which to present the Gospel!   - Field Director of Alliance Missions to Paraguay

"What a wonderful ministry to both children and adults.  In past years it has been a struggle to arrange programing that would hold the attention of all ages, but also challenge each heart with God's gift of Salvation.  Thank you for sharing your ministry."  -Sunday School Sup't.

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