Photo by James Newcombe on Unsplash By R. Albert Mohler Jr. A cultural revolution has swept across the West, blurring the lines between reality and fiction. Entire Christian denominations have capitulated to the whims of this revolution and surrendered the fundamental truths of their faith. In this surrender these churches have lost their identity as … Continue reading “7 Reasons the Apostles’ Creed is Needed in the Church”
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6 Lessons Leonard Ravenhill Taught Me
By Mark Dance The privilege of knowing Leonard Ravenhill as a teenager was nothing less than a sovereign surprise. Ravenhill was a British evangelist and writer who passed away in 1994. His quotes on prayer and revival still frequently pop up in sermons and on social media. God crossed our paths during the most impressionable … Continue reading “6 Lessons Leonard Ravenhill Taught Me”
4 Ways Churches Can Serve Adults with Special Needs
Steven Watson leads Joy Class members through Lifeway’s ‘Access’ curriculum for adults with special needs at First Baptist Church in Asheboro, NC. – Tanner Marquis photo By Aaron Wilson Steven Watson believes there’s a very practical reason many people don’t go to church—one that has nothing to do with their beliefs. “If we pulled back … Continue reading “4 Ways Churches Can Serve Adults with Special Needs”
4 Reasons Planning is Key to Successful Group Discipleship
Photo by Nicole Honeywill on Unsplash By Ken Braddy Family vacation. My wife almost cannot bear the thought of what that means for our family. Maybe you can identify with our situation? I’m a planner, and my wife has always leaned toward a more spontaneous approach to vacationing. For years I’ve loved to meticulously plan … Continue reading “4 Reasons Planning is Key to Successful Group Discipleship”
6 Transformational Tips for Preaching Through Romans
By Michael Cooper Steven J. Lawson in a recent issue of Expositor Magazine said, As you are considering what to preach in your pulpit ministry, I strongly encourage you to consider the book of Romans. Down through the centuries, it has been greatly used by God to usher in seasons of refreshing from the Lord. … Continue reading “6 Transformational Tips for Preaching Through Romans”
5 Visible Ways to Show Your Church Is Working to Keep Kids Safe
Nicholas Githiri photo – Pexels By Joy Allmond Your church has trained its leaders on the risks of child sexual abuse. Your volunteers have been made fully aware of reporting procedures and they understand—and abide by—children’s ministry policies (such as the “two-adult rule”). How, then, would a church demonstrate to the parents within the congregation … Continue reading “5 Visible Ways to Show Your Church Is Working to Keep Kids Safe”
3 Steps to Help Your Church Foster Racial Reconciliation
rawpixel photo – Pexels By Maina Mwaura Two years ago, Nashville, Tennessee, area pastors Mike Glenn and Joseph Walker began an unlikely friendship. “Bishop Walker is the guru on social media issues,” says Glenn. “So I decided to call him up to ask questions and get his advice on the matter, and from there we … Continue reading “3 Steps to Help Your Church Foster Racial Reconciliation “
How One Pastor Shifted from Church Planting to Revitalization
By Justin Pollock Brad Patterson knew he wanted to plant churches from the earliest days of his call to ministry. His motivation? Rebellion. He admits he didn’t like how his church operated and thought he could do it better. Patterson noticed that a lack of discipleship and gospel urgency permeated the churches in his circles. … Continue reading “How One Pastor Shifted from Church Planting to Revitalization”
5 Ways to Lead When You’re Not in Charge
By Maina Mwaura On a typical day there’s bound to be a line of customers wrapped around the building waiting in the drive thru lane at any given Chick-fil-A location. But most people are willing to stay in that line because they believe the end product is worth the wait. Mark Miller, vice president of leadership … Continue reading “5 Ways to Lead When You’re Not in Charge”
Spring Break Gets Spiritual: College Students Share Jesus With Their Peers
Almost 800 college students along with ministry leaders took the gospel to the streets and beaches of Panama City, Fla., over spring break. – photo via Bill Noe By Aaron Wilson For many college students, spring break is synonymous with catching some rays at the beach by day and partying hard all night. But over … Continue reading “Spring Break Gets Spiritual: College Students Share Jesus With Their Peers”