Andy Tran

University Seventh-day
Adventist Church

The Trade Invitation

The Trade Invitation

Recently in the news you may have heard about concerns regarding trade. From the now defunct Trans Pacific Partnership to existing ones like NAFTA, concern across the board centers around the fairness of such trade deals. Is there really a trade? What do we get in...
The Come and See Invitation

The Come and See Invitation

The Come and See Invitation When things seem too good to be true, skepticism runs high. Think about the new facility that opened. Your friends rave about it, to the point they become voluntary evangelists. But can you be sure? Should you scope the place out before...
The Personal Experience Invitation

The Personal Experience Invitation

We like to think of ourselves as thorough beings. Faced with the decision to purchase something new, or advance in an unknown direction, we like to think that we will thoroughly research our options to determine the best choice. With the internet at our fingertips, a...
Why we invite, not just inform

Why we invite, not just inform

Awkward situations Imagine you are with a group of friends. Some mention a party they are throwing on the weekend. They tell you all about it, from the time it starts, to the food they will have, and even who will attend. Everything sounds exciting, and you cannot...