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By Luke Holmes The surgeon stood over a patient in the Wuchow hospital as bombs dropped around him. China was at war, and Japanese planes roared overhead. The hospital shook violently as an ordnance ripped a hole in the roof just 50 feet from where the surgery was taking place. The surgeon finished the operation … Continue reading “The World Needs More People Willing to Be Forgotten”

By Ken Braddy Resolutions. Many of us make them at the first of the year as we attempt to invigorate our personal or professional lives. According to a recent Lifeway Research survey, there are some consistent topics people tend to address with resolutions each year: Health (57%) Relationship with God (52%) Use of time (43%) … Continue reading “5 Resolutions for Invigorating Your Small Group After the New Year”

By Mark Dance “Do you have any advice for a young pastor serving a predominantly older congregation?” The pastor who recently asked me this question revealed three important dynamics we can all benefit from: 1. He understands the importance of shepherding those who called him there. In our passion for reaching the lost, we mustn’t … Continue reading “Connecting with Older Members at Christmas”

Kelly Sikkema photo – Unsplash By Ryan Sanders I love Christmas carols. I don’t mean the Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree fluff playing on your local all-holiday pop station. I mean the classics like The First Noel, O Come O Come Emmanuel, Angels We Have Heard On High. The ones that actually mention Jesus. But … Continue reading “5 Aspects of the First Christmas No One Preaches”

Pixabay photo – Pexels By Trillia Newbell Understanding all that Jesus has done motivates me to press in to love and serve the body. He was sinned against, so we will be as well. The difference is, Jesus never sinned. We, however, will sin against others and need the grace that Jesus has provided. I’ve … Continue reading “Why We Can’t Quit the Church”

By Joe McKeever I’ll not soon forget the pleasant surprise of that phone call.  The manager of a men’s clothing store in my town informed me that an anonymous someone was purchasing me a suit and tie—my choice from the entire store. The suit I chose served me for years.  By a little gentle arm-twisting, … Continue reading “6 Ways Pastors Can Encourage Other Local Pastors”

Raúl Nájera photo – Unsplash By Paul Worcester It’s exciting when someone comes to faith in Christ, and it’s an honor to walk alongside a new believer as he or she learns and grows. Yet, there are some harmful things to avoid in a discipling relationship. 1. Not Getting Them Connected to the Local Church … Continue reading “5 Common Discipleship Mistakes Every Christian Must Avoid”

Ben White photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Most adults in the United States believe churches have a positive impact in our society, but they still don’t want them involved in politics. A Pew Research study found a majority of Americans say churches and religious organizations do more good than harm (55%) and strengthen morality … Continue reading “Americans See Religion as a Force for Good, Except in One Area”

By Joel Rainey The past 18 months have been shocking as the church in America has witnessed the fall of multiple faith leaders. Pastors, seminary professors, and other well-known evangelical personalities have publicly disqualified themselves from ministry on several fronts. Some were exposed as abusers, and rightfully banned from vocational ministry. Others apostatized. Still, others … Continue reading “Church Leader, Take Heed Lest You Fall”

Josh Appel photo – Unsplash By Aaron Earls Over the past decade, the United States has been the most generous country in the world, according to the Charities Aid Foundation. Americans are among the world’s most likely to help a stranger (72%), donate money (61%) or volunteer time (42%). Strictly in terms of donating money, … Continue reading “Where Do the Most Generous Christians Live?”