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Kingdom Power

What does true power look like? Jim Tune contrasts Jesus washing his disciples' feet with Pilate's reliance on political authority, challenging Christians to embrace a different model of…

A Welcome and More

Mark A. Taylor examines the hardships facing vulnerable children and challenges congregations to respond with compassion. Drawing on Scripture, he reminds readers that caring for children in distress…

If You Build It, Will They Come?

Are church buildings worth their cost? Tim Harlow reflects on a historic London church, his congregation's expanding campuses, and the importance of choosing ministry methods that help make…

The Best Sermon I’ve Ever Heard (6)

What makes a sermon unforgettable? Arron Chambers asks three Christian leaders to share messages that shaped their lives, from E.V. Hill's funeral preaching to sermons on evil, God's…

Counting the Cost of a Growing Church

Church growth comes with a cost. Eddie Lowen examines four challenges leaders should expect as congregations expand: questioned motives, departing members, increasing complexity, and changing staff and volunteer…

The Spiritual Discipline of Play?

Could learning to play again restore joy to Christian life? Joe Boyd explores the spiritual discipline of play through personal experience, Stuart Brown's research, and G.K. Chesterton's reflections…

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Four Days Later: Still Time to Ponder

After Christmas celebrations end, does the wonder of Jesus' birth remain? Mark A. Taylor reflects on the mystery of the incarnation, Christ's humanity, and his continuing presence in…

Peace on Earth?

What can Gran Torino teach us about the Prince of Peace? Jim Tune connects sacrificial love, a beloved Christmas carol, and Isaiah's prophecy to show why forgiveness is…

We Do Not Suffer Alone

How can we find hope at Christmas when grief and tragedy overshadow the season? Mark A. Taylor reflects on Sandy Hook, personal loss, and the comfort of knowing…

The Gift That Changed My Life

Joe Boyd shares how one thoughtful Christmas gift from his wife opened the door to an unexpected creative career, lasting friendships, and a lesson about the life-changing power…

Heaven on Earth

Tim Harlow explores what it means to bring Heaven to Earth through evangelism, love, and generosity, encouraging believers to recognize God's blessings and kingdom at work in their…

Pursuing Unity, Revisiting Assumptions, Winning with Winsomeness

LeRoy Lawson reviews four books by Christena Cleveland, Sarah Bessey, and John Dickson, exploring Christian unity, women's leadership, practical evangelism, and biblical arguments about women preaching.

Two Sizes Too Small

From zombie movies to Scrooge and the Grinch, Jim Tune explores our fascination with transformed hearts and connects these familiar stories to God's promise of spiritual renewal in…

The End of an Era

Mark A. Taylor reflects on the 2015 sale of Standard Publishing assets, the creation of Christian Standard Media, and the changing relationship between Christian publishing and the Restoration…