A new open door
Culture shifted. Absolute truth died. There’s a new standard that’s defended as undeniable, as the only right way to live: Your truth is your truth; someone else’s truth is his…
Please explain: How is church discipline a loving practice of the church?
How is church discipline a loving practice of the church? “They kicked me out of the church.” The man in his mid-40s was sincere as he told his story. He…
Always say a prayer
A catchy church sign reminds us of the importance of prayer. Outdoor church signs can be very entertaining. Some churches have signs to share thoughts, themes, or other messages. The…
The importance of followers
Strong leaders need strong followers, working together to advance God’s kingdom. What characteristics does an individual need in order to be a good leader? Many believe an above-average intelligence, visionary…
Pray that I . . .
An Apache minister asks for prayers as he fights against the traditional religion of his people and proclaims the true gospel. How would you complete this sentence? Pray that I…
Resolved in Christ
United with Christ, we work to address conflict so we can be of one mind with one another. There will always be some tension with someone about something. I am…
More than enough
“[The Lord] said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses,…
Easter made it so
We can all smile on Easter—and every day—knowing that because Jesus lives, we too will live. One of the things that I will miss most when my days of pastoring…
Confessions of faith: Lynne Eby
An atheist who hated Christians discovers the truth of God’s Word. Lynne Eby shares a lot of similarities with the apostle Paul. Lynne spent the first 35 years of her…