“My trip to Korea” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
Perhaps it is because I am getting older, but I miss Korea. During my 16 years in England, I have visited my home country four times. Firstly, the price was never easy to handle due to our large family but also it was not easy to be absent from church. I am sure it is […]
“I want to resemble the personal God.” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
The word ‘personal’ may seem unfamiliar. However, I often use these words. ‘A personal relationship with God’, ‘God is generally a personal being.’, ‘We must respect others’ personhood!’ It might be a term commonly used in churches. Generally, it seems to be expressed as ‘consideration’ or ’empathy’. Human relationships are a daunting task in every […]
“The Next Generation is the hope of the Korean Church” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
I remember Pastor Hong Jeong-gil’s heartbreaking words addressing the problems in the Korean church: “The only way for the Korean church to change is for the older generation to die.”. This may seem too harsh, but it is not easy for members of the older generation in the church to be evangelical in their thinking […]
“Reason for Praying Without Ceasing” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
There is a famous quote by Martin Luther, who initiated the Protestant Reformation, when he was overwhelmed with tasks and responsibilities: ‘I have so much to do that I shall spend the first three hours in prayer.’ We know from our own experience that having more time doesn’t necessarily mean accomplishing more. When our minds […]
“I Want to Provide Comfort to our Pastors” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
Due to our church ministry and my young children, I was hesitant despite several offers to work as an executive member of the Korean Church Association (KCA). However, when I was pushed (?) to take on the role of president this year, I started with the mindset of doing my best within my capabilities. Thankfully, […]
“A Path not yet Taken, but will be Taken” – Pastor Young Joo Lee
There are movements aiming to transcend denominational boundaries across the world and unite as one for ministry, among which is the WCC. However, some considered that this organisation has significantly compromised the essence of the gospel. In response, a movement rooted in evangelicalism called the Lausanne Movement emerged. The 4th Lausanne Congress, attended by 10,000 […]
A Great Opportunity rather than a Problem – Pastor Young Joo Lee
I have been sharing the three major visions of our church (Multicultural church, Diaspora Mission, Workplace Mission) whenever there was an opportunity. The things that seemed vague at first are now becoming clearer and more concrete and with the passion given to me by God, I have been trying to attend as many external meetings […]
Not the easy way, but the right way – Pastor Young Joo Lee
I may not know what others think of me, but I consider myself to be someone whose spiritual sense is quite dull. While there is something prophetic about prayer, it’s not like I have clear revelations from God like some do, nor do I have many spiritual experiences. God leads people according to their personality […]
A Special Meeting – Pastor Young Joo Lee
London City Mission, with a 180 year history and over 200 staff members including full-time workers, is one of the most influential missionary organizations in the UK. This organization hosts the Ministry Reference Panel (MRP) meeting three times a year, where 8-9 pastors who provide counsel, along with key leaders, gather at one table to […]
Flexible community – Pastor Young Joo Lee
In their years of growth, the body of a child is soft. That’s why even if they fall or hit hard, they are less injured than adults. Life is not fixed but is characterized by constant change. Even water will rot and smell with time. Similarly, a healthy church is also one that is consistently […]
