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The Church: God's Program for Ministry

Who makes up the church? When did it begin? What are the distinctions between the universal and local church? How involved should Christians be...

The Church: God's Program for Ministry

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 4)

Sometimes we have to be careful that our comfortable surroundings don’t keep us from getting up, moving forward, and fulfilling God’s plan for us.

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 4)

Pastor Says Some Churches Preaching 'Reinvented' Gospel

A well-known Christian author and pastor is concerned that a growing number of Evangelical ministers are watering down the gospel message in order...

Pastor Says Some Churches Preaching 'Reinvented' Gospel

Ministry Matters: The Divine Appointment

When it comes to Communion, ‘memorable’ and ‘meaningful’ are not synonymous. There is a mystery in this holy ritual that requires us to embrace the...

Ministry Matters: The Divine Appointment

Survey: Those With 'The Answer' Weren't There to Answer

Have you ever experienced the frustration of wanting to do business with someone, but they never answer the phone or return your calls? Apparently...

Survey: Those With 'The Answer' Weren't There to Answer

Rosey Grier on Leading Like Jesus

“Lead Like Jesus is about being a vessel to minister and encourage others to get going with their gifts and talents," says Rosey Grier, whose...

Rosey Grier on Leading Like Jesus

Christian Leaders: Increased Funding Will Help Combat AIDS

A number of Christian voices are calling for expanded U.S. funding next year for the Global AIDS Initiative.

Christian Leaders: Increased Funding Will Help Combat AIDS

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 3)

The more challenging our circumstances, the more difficult it is for us to be content. The children of Israel were restless during their hard trek...

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 3)

Ellison Research Study Shows Pastors' Views of Denominations

A new survey shows that most Protestant pastors are committed to their denomination. But they also are frustrated at the lack of agreement within...

Ellison Research Study Shows Pastors' Views of Denominations

The arts are moving from the back row to center stage in some churches and Pastor Monty Kelso couldn't be happier. Find out how his church is using...

Gotta Dance?

Survey: Only Half of Pastors Have 'Biblical' Worldview

A new survey indicates that when it comes to developing a biblical worldview, a good place to start may be with the people in the pulpit.

Survey: Only Half of Pastors Have 'Biblical' Worldview

Brothers, We Are Not Professionals

We pastors are being killed by the professionalizing of the pastoral ministry. The mentality of the professional is not the mentality of the...

Brothers, We Are Not Professionals

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 2)

When you are able to find contentment in whatever season you are in, enjoy the blessings. It might be a stage in your life where you do not have a...

In Whatever State, Be Content (Part 2)

Lewis Drummond, Former Seminary Head, Dies at 77

Lewis A. Drummond, Baptist statesman and former president of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, died of a heart attack Jan. 4 in Asheville,...

Lewis Drummond, Former Seminary Head, Dies at 77

In Whatever State, Be Content

In Whatever State, Be Content