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Who Is the Nameless Hero Who Ministered to Jesus?
I’d like to construct a picture of a man who we’ll call the “Nameless Hero.” He’s the one who gave Jesus a drink when He hung in agony on the...
What Is a Pastoral Prayer?
A pastoral prayer is a great way to help the congregation direct their thoughts to God while at the same time experiencing blessing from the...
Who Was St. Patrick, and Why Should Christians Celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
We can learn much from studying this amazing man's life. It wasn't about leprechauns, 4 leaf clovers, wearing green, or luck. His life was simply...
7 Characteristics of a Church That Glorifies God
In the Book of Acts 2:42-47, we see 7 characteristics (you may find more) that made the church of that day a powerhouse in their community. We may...
6 Things Senior Members Can Contribute to the Church
The aging Christian cannot opt for spiritual retirement or, for that matter, desire such status. Here are six things aging members can contribute...
6 Reasons Doing Church Away from Church
Isn't
Church
Wait... do we really need to go to a building on a certain day for it to count as doing church? If so, isn’t that legalistic?
3 Dangerous Myths of Purity Culture
First, they need to know that God loves them and they are valuable no matter what their life has looked like before giving their lives to the Lord....
What Should a Pastor's Primary Passion Be?
Consultants tell businessmen and pastors alike that to achieve the highest level of success, one must have a passion for growing his business or...
10 Things to Think about When Finding a New Church
Before you look for a new church, consider what it is that God would lead you to find. Make a list of what the Bible says about various issues...
Can the Dead Hear Us in Heaven When We Talk to Them?
Dear Roger, My mom passed away a few months ago. Can she hear me in heaven when I talk to her?
Can You Follow Christ and Reject Religion?
Kathie Lee Gifford recently said she is anti-religion but devoted to Jesus. Can you truly follow Christ while rejecting religion, or does Scripture...
Are Small Groups or Sunday Schools Better?
Historically, circles (small groups) and rows (Sunday School) have battled over discipleship in the church. Each has similar goals with different...
10 Excuses Christians Use for Missing Church
Some Christians who profess great faith in God still struggle to maintain a consistent attendance at any local church.
6 Simple Ways to Make Small Group More Inviting for Gen Z
Gen Z’s social anxiety and fear of judgment often keep them from joining small groups, but with the right approach, these gatherings can become a...
10 Ways We May Be Destroying Our Churches
What if we, the congregants, are the reason for a stagnating or declining congregation?
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