The Restoration Issue

The Restoration Issue is the central theme of Christian Standard’s July 2019 issue, an edition focused on restoring New Testament Christianity through sound doctrine, biblical literacy, and stronger leaders. Framed by Michael C. Mack’s editorial question of how the movement can move beyond silence and actually work toward restoration, this issue gathers practical and theological articles around three visible priorities: what Christians believe, how churches get people into God’s Word, and who will lead the church forward.

The feature package opens with three foundational affirmations: the Bible is true, the supernatural is real, and Jesus is Lord. From there, the issue turns to biblical literacy, offering articles and tools that address widespread biblical illiteracy and encourage churches to help people read and live Scripture more consistently. A third major section focuses on leadership, highlighting ministries and initiatives designed to strengthen pastors and develop future leaders for the Restoration Movement.

Alongside these themes, the July 2019 issue includes regular departments on church communication, eldership, ministry life, and internships. Together, the contents make a clear case that restoring New Testament Christianity is not merely a historical slogan. It requires churches to teach truth clearly, form people in Scripture faithfully, and invest seriously in leaders who can serve with wisdom and endurance. For pastors, elders, teachers, and readers committed to the future of the Restoration Movement, this issue offers a practical and thoughtful snapshot of the conversation in mid-2019.