November 5, 2026
Not Just on Sunday
Lonetta McKee
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Ready to Heal
When doctors courageously accepted Ebola patients, they demonstrated a commitment to healing despite personal risk. Their example challenges Christians to confront sin without fear and embrace their mission…
Gut Feelings
What does it take to reach a hurting world? Jennifer Johnson explores how compassion and courage inspire church leaders to take risks, confront difficult questions, and share Jesus…
Planting Where Sin Abounds
Vince Antonucci partners with Stadia to launch Splagna Church Planting, an initiative inspired by Jesus' compassion and dedicated to establishing churches in some of the world's most challenging…
Real Issues, Real Talk
Real Life Christian Church's Real Talk television program tackles controversial cultural issues through candid, Scripture-guided conversations, encouraging viewers to examine their perspectives while keeping Jesus at the center.
Memoir of an Atheist, Biography of a Genius, Advice for Travelers
LeRoy Lawson reviews three compelling books about Salman Rushdie, Jim Henson, and cultural understanding, reflecting on religious conviction, creative genius, human imperfection, and the importance of understanding people…
Celebrate Who?
Jim Tune challenges the culture of self-celebration, examining how celebrity worship, narcissism, and self-help thinking influence society and evangelical churches while distracting Christians from the teachings of Jesus.
Speaking the Truth, Showing the Truth
What makes Christian apologetics effective? Mark A. Taylor reflects on insights from Ben Cachiaras, Richard Knopp, and Casey Tygrett about sharing faith through authentic relationships, humble dialogue, selfless…
Hidden in a Field
Is the American dream the same as God's dream? Jim Tune challenges cultural ideas of success and explores the radical grace, humility, and kingdom priorities Jesus reveals in…
Checklist
What can a handwritten checklist teach us about spiritual growth? Mark A. Taylor discovers that Romans 12 offers a practical list for examining our lives, loving others, and…
The Discipline to Discipline
Church discipline is more than correction or confrontation. Jim Tune explores how biblical accountability, gentle admonition, and a commitment to restoration can strengthen congregational relationships and encourage spiritual…
Recommitted to the Mission
At the North American Christian Convention in Indianapolis, Tim Harlow and other speakers challenged thousands of Christians to renew their commitment to evangelism, compassionate outreach, and building relationships…
My Only Hope
When failure, shame, and brokenness leave us searching for answers, Jesus offers more than self-improvement. Jim Tune reflects on the Savior who welcomes the rejected and remains our…
Their Advice—and Ours
Mark A. Taylor shares memorable leadership advice, introduces Christian Standard's collection of personal ministry stories, welcomes Jim Tune as a regular contributor, and encourages readers to explore the…
Restoring Biblical Community
What does authentic biblical community look like? Michael C. Mack explores how small groups can restore New Testament relationships through commitment, sacrificial care, spiritual growth, and seven practical…
Simon-Says Religion
When religious rules overshadow the heart of God's commands, obedience can become empty performance. Tim Harlow challenges Christians to move beyond man-made traditions and rediscover the purpose behind…
