thoughts from a catalyst on the move

This morning I had a chance to spend some time with Dad here in Houston.I am amazed as he has recounted the work of God in his life over the last 17 years. He is now 78 and continues to be used by God all over the world. He has literally been used by God to further the kingdom on just about every continent. He has been used in a significant way in South Africa and Asia.

I think the reason that God has used him in such a mighty way is because he has no desire for self to be exalted. He does not like to be referred to as the Father of the Cell Church movement. His life theme is, ” Not I but Christ who lives in me.”

He questions his life work in these next years. I believe he will be used in a great way to speak into the life of the church worldwide.  If you wish to conatat Dad, (Ralph Neighbour Jr.), you can email him at ralph@touchusa.org.

This morning I heard a recent West Point Graduate tell his story. West point is one of the most prestigious learning institutions in the world. What ever your views are on war Paul made it clear that we in a war and admonishes Timothy to learn from the soldier (II Tim. 2:3-4).

Let me get to the key points (no pun intended).

1. Every “plebe” has a sophomore mentor and the whole system is a mentoring program. At the meal table you are assigned a table where there are Seniors,Juniors, Sophomores, and freshman. everone teaches everyone.

2. The classroom size is no more than 15-17, and all the professors are army officers. They are training the best for the best with the best!

3. All the classes have one purpose to train you for battle. So, if you are taking Spanish, you read the military histories of South American countries. If you are taking calculus, you answer problem questions related to battle questions. All of your training has one purpose, to make you the best leader in battle.

We are in the greatest battle in history, fighting for the souls of men and women. Our training should reflect our commission. I am so grateful to be a part of a movement with Mosaic that is committed to training the next generation of leaders!