The morning’s second speaker was Mike Foster. Mike has dedicated his life to helping people courageously embrace their not‐so‐perfect stories. He is the founder of People of the Second Chance (SecondChance.org) and author of the new book People of the Second Chance: A Guide For Bringing Life‐Saving Love To The World.
Just because people fail doesn’t mean they’re a failure. Just is because they made a mistake doesn’t mean they are a mistake.
Say these words – “Me too.” That’s leadership.
Every decade of my life I’ve experienced a rock-bottom experience.
We are not defined by our brokenness. We are defined by God’s radical love.
I want to be a grace-filled snow cone on a hot judgmental day.
People should not be alone.
Maybe our church pews can become friendship benches.
We throw Prodigal Parties specifically for people getting out of prison.
We want to celebrate all the wrong people.
Maybe we over-complexify ministry. Sometimes we just need to throw parties for people who need parties.