The Danger of an Atheistic Ministry
It is only when the gospel ministry is saturated by a sense of stewardship that the minister is freed from being an exploiter. This article shows what a ministry that depends on God looks like.
It is only when the gospel ministry is saturated by a sense of stewardship that the minister is freed from being an exploiter. This article shows what a ministry that depends on God looks like.
One of the hindrances to living the Christian life is basing faithfulness and contentment on ideal circumstances. This approach to the Christian life is utopian spirituality: it denies Christ and accepts the lies of Satan. This article shows four ways in which this happens.
As a church member, do you experience an obstacle from enjoying true fellowship with others in your congregation? Real community church life can be experienced when we learn to crucify our dreams and commit ourselves. These are the basics of church membership.
If culture is what we make of the world God has created and the meaning we assign to it, what role do Christians play in culture? The Christian's role in culture is to preserve and illuminate it, for the glory of God.
How does biblical application work? Applying the Bible is rooted in finding our life in Christ and his story. The gospel itself is what transforms us, and thus we are to apply our lives to the gospel story and our union with Christ.
The goal in Christian counselling is to lead sinners and sufferers to exchange their false stories for the one true Story that Christ invites us to join. How do you achieve this in counselling? Stress the gospel and its implications, and counsel within the church.
It is easy for the church to get involved in doing a lot of good things. How do you get your church to do the things that are in line with the gospel? This article suggests embracing strategic priorities. Your church's strategic plan must help you limit your focus and help you do more by doing less.
Is church membership a must? This article explains that those who love Jesus love what he loves, namely, his church. Thus, church membership is expected of you.
How should you write your Christmas sermon? There are three things to consider when writing and preaching a Christmas sermon.