Quotes by Chris Rice

“When a sales representative takes it to the client, they can present the illustration and all information is saved. After they close the sale they can submit the case back along with the scenarios they used back at the office.”

“We made the assumption that the majority of our agents were still using the yellow pad approach to interviewing clients and gathering data. We did not want to trip over our data internally and thought if we could connect our existing software, utilize Web-enabled technology and compile it with the ability of office data entry we could automate workflow for agents in the field.”

“Our attitude is these things should be part of the Christian life year-round.”

“Much like businesses prefer to use managed services, we think consumers will look for managed services, too.”

Stepping back and connecting reconciliation to God’s story also helps us move away from dramatic visions of fixing the world, as if our job were to provide solutions to problems outside us. If Christians believe anything, it is that no one—including ourselves and the church—is separate from the brokenness as an untainted solution to the problems of our world. The new creation contends with the old. The dividing line between good and evil runs straight through each one of us. So the journey of reconciliation begins with a transformation of the human person.

there is a widespread notion in some of the most energetic contemporary Christian movements that the biblical call to reconciliation is solely about reconciling God and humanity, with no reference to social realities. In this view, preaching, teaching, church life and mission are only about a personal relationship between people and God. Christian energy is focused on winning converts, planting and growing churches, and evangelistic efforts. We have heard pastors say, “We appreciate the work you’re doing, but as the leader of my church I’m called to stay focused on the gospel and not get distracted by other ministries.” For them, Christianity is exclusively about personal piety and morals.