street preacher

The Street Preacher

A Seattle street preacher overturns one man’s assumptions about public faith. Reflecting on prophets and Jesus’ public proclamation, the author urges Christians to defend the freedom to speak with both passion and compassion.

Business As Mission

Called to Business

Business As Mission (BAM) is a holistic approach that combines gospel witness with job creation and community development. Learn what BAM is, what it isn’t, and how business leaders can serve both overseas and at home.

cross-cultural ministry

Reaching Immigrants

Revelation pictures heaven as a multitude from every nation and language. Ken Gosnell offers practical “ACROSS” steps for churches to reach immigrants with acceptance, strategy, and culturally sensitive evangelism.

Indianapolis missions

Missions at the Crossroads

Indianapolis has helped shape missions in the Restoration Movement—from the College of Missions (1910) to modern mission agencies and church-led efforts. Academy, agency, and assembly continue to advance the missionary task.

Hemant Mehta church critique

It’s About Easter

An atheist sells “the chance to save his soul” and attends church to critique it publicly. Mark A. Taylor argues Christianity can’t be judged into belief—Easter points to Jesus himself as the center of faith.

missionary support

The Making of a Missionary

How should churches evaluate missionary candidates seeking support? Dale Meade challenges common assumptions and urges clear missions goals, meaningful commitment, and strong training standards for effective gospel work.

reaching out to Muslims

What About Islam?

A concise introduction to Islam’s origins, beliefs, and practices, plus key differences with Christianity—and practical guidance for reaching Muslim neighbors through prayer, respect, friendship, and gospel-centered conversations.

The Way I See It

God Talk at Starbucks

Rick Warren’s words will appear on Starbucks coffee cups next year as part of “The Way I See It.” Is it compromise or influence? The article argues it may help brew discussion about God in public spaces.

Southern Sudan

A New Era in Sudan!

A call to pray, give, and go as peace opens new opportunity in southern Sudan. The article highlights the endurance of the Sudanese church and urges believers to partner in gospel work, training, and compassionate service.

Ground Zero

Four Years Later

A late visit to Ground Zero makes the facts of 9/11 feel newly heavy—and raises a question: what would it look like if the aftermath became a lasting catalyst for worship, mission, and what endures?

encouragement for missionaries

Dear Missionary

A heartfelt letter to missionaries serving overseas, offering encouragement, gratitude for sacrifice, and a reminder that believers at home are praying and ready to help in practical ways.

evangelistic architecture

Building a Lighthouse

How can a church building itself become a mission statement? Terrence O’Casey shares how Seaside Christian Church used symbolic design—and practical planning—to reach spiritual “drive-bys” while guarding against making a building an idol.

urban evangelism

Different

A Central Park conversation reveals how stereotypes distort our view of unfamiliar communities. This reflection urges Christians to learn from and support those sharing the gospel in neighborhoods unlike their own.

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