Columns

I’m Next, I’m Now, I’m Ready: Embracing the Call to Co-Parent with the Divine

When it comes to our children, we are merely co-parents in God’s divine mission. . . .

Climbing the Mountain Together

As the church heads into the future, we may be overlooking one of our greatest resources: senior adults. . . .

A Financial Deep Dive

In 2023, 57 percent of churches reported that giving exceeded their budget, with 21 percent saying giving met their budgeted needs. . . .

Future-Thinking Elders

Are we content with mediocrity and satisfied with the status quo? Do we ache to be more effective in our leadership efforts? . . .

New Discoveries on Medical Care for Transgender Youth

Hilary Cass is the leading pediatrician in England’s National Health Services. She recently completed what The Economist has deemed the most significant review “ever undertaken in the field…

Leading Through Preaching

Joshua was leading through preaching. He was wielding leadership influence through the proclamation of his words and the witness of his life. Let’s follow that example.

Reuniting Our Movement

Despite our history of division, the question remains: “Is it still possible to honor our Lord’s prayer for unity and thus carry out his Great Commission?” I would…

Life of Hope Ministries Brings Hope to Guatemala

Life of Hope Ministries supports several Guatemalan partners who serve in a wide variety of ways. . . .

Thanks, Jim!

Jim Nieman is retiring after 26 years as managing editor of Christian Standard. Rick Cherok will replace him starting in June . . .

The Restoration Movement Today

Where is the Restoration Movement today and why do I even need to know this? . . .

The State of Elder Teams in Independent Restoration Churches

An honest assessment of where we are as a movement when it comes to elders and their leadership. . . .

Leading Through Preaching

Finding the Beauty in a Sunset: What We Can Learn from Organizations that No Longer Exist

What can we learn from Restoration Movement organizations that no longer exist? . . .

How Our Desire to Belong Becomes Our God

The Relevance of the Doctrine of Adoption in 2024 . . .

Mustard Seed Marriages

Every marriage begins as a mustard seed—a small, yet potent commitment between two souls. . . .