Church & Ministry

January 22 | Discovery

What leadership traits do you see in Ezra?

January 15 | It’s Not Easy

God’s people had returned from their exile in Babylon, had rebuilt the altar in the temple, and were laying the foundation of the temple when they ran into…

January 15 | Application (‘Traveling on a Rough Road’)

The book of Ezra tells how a group of exiled Jews traveled back to Jerusalem to rebuild God’s temple, but it wasn’t a smooth and easy journey. Their…

January 15 | Discovery

What can you learn from Ezra 4:12–5:2 about God’s timing, waiting on him, and trusting him in the process?

January 8 | It’s Exciting

By this point in the book of Ezra, God’s people had their hope deferred. They came back from captivity with such high hopes . . . but then…

January 8 | Application (‘Celebrate the Wins’)

In life, as in sports, it’s important to stop and give thanks when things go well. Before we rush ahead and move on to the next event or…

January 8 | Discovery

What area in your life are you hoping to build on with God’s help this year?

New Name and Pastoral Transition at N.C. Church

First Christian in Kernersville, N.C., is changing its name to The Crossing on Jan. 1. In August, Eddie Schmidt will take over for founding pastor Pete Kunkle, who…

The Power in Preaching

Teaching Truth: The Win for Kids’ Curriculum

January 1 | It’s God’s Plan

God had planned from eternity past to get his people back home and give them a fresh start. Ezra and Nehemiah tell of this new start (these books…

January 1 | Application (‘Trusting God in the New Year’)

As another new year begins, it’s good to remember that the Lord is the Master Craftsman. He’s an expert at making things new. He knows how to take…

January 1 | Discovery

What were God’s roles and what were the people’s roles in the Jewish exiles’ return to Jerusalem?

Southeast Elder Tom Harper Releases New Book for Leaders (Plus News Briefs)

Tom Harper, who serves as founder and publisher of BiblicalLeadership.com and as an elder at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Ky., has released his newest book, "Inner Threat:…

Churches Partner with IDES to Reap ‘Harvest of Talents’ to Feed Hungry Worldwide

Six churches combined to raise almost $190,000 this year for International Disaster Emergency Service (IDES) Harvest of Talents hunger projects. Over the past 39 years, Harvest of Talents…