Christian Living Resources, Bible Study Tools, Jesus Christ

There have been few things more damaging to the church’s witness than how it has handled moral failure among its leaders.

God’s voice is not the only voice that speaks. Self and Satan can both wreak havoc in the lives of Christians who are unable to distinguish among the three.

As they moved toward the baptistry, candidates were expected to recite the Creed, not to show that they “meant business” but in order to show that they were now entrusted with a glorious mystery of the faith, expected to preserve this for the next generation. (Read more)

Jesus said, "I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it." The longer I'm in ministry, I think he might have added, "...and the Elders and Deacons will not prevail against it."

At our church there is a ministry to people with special needs – young and old. And I’d like to share some about it, perhaps giving ideas on the background details which need to be thought through, and the blessing it is to so many.

On the day of Pentecost, the disciples' confusion turned to conviction.

Entire books have been written listing all the seeming contradictions found in the Bible. Entire libraries have been written to answer them. It's why theologians will never be out of a job - we need people who know all the Bible and think well about these things to help figure them out.

While Heaven is indisputably God's realm, it's not some distantly remote galaxy hopelessly removed from human reality, says Christian apologist N.T. Wright.

The late Norman Vincent Peale, senior pastor of New York City’s Marble Collegiate Church for over 50 years, grew up in Ohio, a preacher’s kid. His father, Clifford Peale, was a tremendously compassionate man. If there was a need within his congregation, he was determined to meet it.

What the Scriptures says to a church obsessed with its image

The idea of what’s "out there" has puzzled mankind since ancient times. It puzzles still today.

This Sunday we will extol the value and benefit of motherhood, which is great. But in some churches, this will be done by degrading husbands.

It’s amazing the degree to which outreach strategies rest on a single, and deeply flawed, premise: That people want what you have to offer.

It occurred to me while dining out with my wife that churches could benefit from studying what these eating establishments are doing, and what they're not doing.

Leading people is tiring. If you've ever been in a position of influence, I'm sure you'd agree. At times, it is stressful, lonely, and people are exposed to your flaws continuously. It's kind of like the old African proverb says: "It is the monkey that climbs the tree the highest, where everyone sees his rear." So true.

The Joy Gal jumps right into one of the most controversial topics in Christianity today....hold on to your hats, we are in for a rocky ride on the Trembler!

If your Christian life is boring or unfulfilling, you’re not living the life Jesus is calling you to live.

The Church was once the major patron of the arts, and many Christian leaders believe that it can and should be once again. Renewing that status may shift the way the Church impacts the world as a force for good.

Dear Roger, My husband and I would like to be cremated after our deaths. Is there scripture regarding our decision?