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future of the Restoration Movement
Church Life

Our Decision, Our Opportunity

Mark A. Taylor considers the future of Christian churches and churches of Christ amid changing views of denominationalism, association, doctrine, and practice.

Mark A. Taylor · June 9, 2011
hearing from God
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

“Then the Lord Said to Moses”

Alan Ahlgrim reflects on hearing from God through Scripture, daily Bible reading, and moments of trust during personal anxiety and demanding ministry challenges.

Alan Ahlgrim · June 5, 2011
Eubanks Institute for Missions
Organizations & Events

Eubanks Institute Hosts “Forwarding Agents” Event

The Eubanks Institute for Missions at Johnson Bible College hosted a two-day gathering on the role of forwarding agents in mission work, with sessions on finances, education, publishing,…

Jennifer Taylor · June 4, 2011
retirement legacy
Christian Living

Questions After a Dinner

A retirement dinner for Don and Clarinda Jeanes prompts reflection on servanthood, stewardship, and the lasting legacy each person leaves at the end of a career.

Mark A. Taylor · June 3, 2011
Common Ground Christian Church community garden
Church & Ministry

Common Ground Site for Uncommon Garden

Common Ground Christian Church in Tampa broke ground on a new community garden sponsored by Urban Farming and Kraft Foods’ Triscuit brand to help provide fresh produce for…

Jennifer Taylor · May 27, 2011
Joplin tornado relief
News & Updates

Responding to Joplin Tornado Disaster

Churches, ministries, and Ozark Christian College respond after the Joplin tornado, sharing relief updates, volunteer needs, housing options, and ways to help storm victims.

Christian Standard · May 25, 2011
birthday gifts and gratitude
Christian Living

Well Gifted

Mark A. Taylor reflects on birthday wishes, material abundance, global need, and the deeper gratitude that comes from knowing the Savior’s greatest gift.

Mark A. Taylor · May 25, 2011
praying through the Psalms
Worship & Prayer

If You Want to Know God, Immerse Yourself in the Psalms

Barry McCarty reflects on how praying through the Psalms, shaped by Benedictine daily offices, deepened his devotional life and renewed his understanding of worship and prayer.

Barry McCarty · May 19, 2011
honest questions in grief
Care & Counseling

God Loves an Honest Question

After sudden loss, Brandon Smith wrestled with grief, anger, and questions for God—until a campus minister walked with him through Scripture toward healing.

Brandon Smith · May 19, 2011
video editorial
News & Updates

God’s Part and Your Part

This week’s editorial is presented as a video, with a linked image inviting readers to watch the editorial on YouTube.

Christian Standard · May 18, 2011
Reviews

Service and Love: Paths to Change

LeRoy Lawson reviews three books on older adults in ministry, loving enemies in the Middle East, and James Davison Hunter’s call for Christians to serve the world.

LeRoy Lawson · May 14, 2011
reading the whole Bible
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Reading the Book Rarely Opened

Diane Stortz reflects on learning to read the whole Bible not merely for lessons or answers, but to know God more deeply and hear his Word.

Diane Stortz · May 11, 2011
Johnson Bible College
Organizations & Events

Johnson Bible College Changing Name to Johnson University

Johnson Bible College announced it will become Johnson University, a name change intended to support Great Commission work, alumni access, student recruitment, and international recognition.

Christian Standard · May 6, 2011
Organizations & Events

Emmanuel’s Name to Change June 1

Emmanuel School of Religion will become Emmanuel Christian Seminary on June 1, reflecting leaders’ belief that the current name no longer communicates clearly with today’s society.

Christian Standard · May 6, 2011
Crossroads Christian Church energy conservation
Church & Ministry

Operation Weatherization

Crossroads Christian Church partnered with Habitat for Humanity and local organizations to weatherize homes, reduce energy costs, and serve low-income families in Newburgh, Indiana.

Jennifer Taylor · May 5, 2011
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