Columns

Getting It Lived

How can Christians stand for truth while leading with grace? Mark A. Taylor reflects on everyday relationships, difficult conversations, and the importance of living out biblical truth with…

What”s Next for the Missional Church?

Help in a Complicated Age

Discover how The Lookout magazine equips everyday Christians with practical Bible teaching, family guidance, and weekly study resources. Mark A. Taylor highlights its mission and invites readers to…

From Three of My Favorite Female Authors

LeRoy Lawson reviews three thought-provoking books by Temple Grandin, Barbara Brown Taylor, and Kathleen Norris, exploring animal welfare, everyday spirituality, and the struggle against acedia and indifference.

Do Unto Others

How can elders practice the Golden Rule in church leadership? Barney Wells explores two essential responsibilities—sharing information wisely and treating church staff with fairness, compassion, and the care…

Should Our Small Group Take a Summer Break?

Should your small group take a summer break? Michael C. Mack explores the pros and cons of meeting year-round and shares creative ideas for fellowship, neighborhood outreach, and…

Now You Can Go Beyond the Standard

Christian Standard introduces Beyond the Standard, a free monthly online radio program featuring George Ross, Tim Harlow, and Brian Mavis in conversations about discipleship, cultural engagement, and transformational…

Dan Cathy WWJD

What can Christians learn from Dan Cathy's unexpected friendship with Shane Windmeyer? Tim Harlow explores how listening, compassion, and personal relationships can reflect Jesus' example, even when deeply…

Pondering a Digital Future

Christian publishers face an uncertain digital future as Ed Stetzer and Compassion Magazine explore the enduring value of print, the costs of digital distribution, and the importance of…

By the Numbers (Buy the Numbers!)

Christian Standard's annual church report examines growth statistics from 344 congregations, highlights expanding research among Christian churches, and challenges leaders to measure genuine discipleship alongside attendance numbers.

How to Take Your Ministries to the Next Level

How can churches measure what truly matters? Brian Mavis shares a practical framework for evaluating ministry impact, deepening personal engagement, and transforming everyday outreach programs into opportunities for…

Defining Normal

In the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombings, Mark A. Taylor explores how Christians can confront fear, respond to tragedy with faith, and embrace evangelism rather than simply…

Giving to Caesar and Giving God the Glory

Tax season brings paperwork, frustration, and questions about government spending. Jennifer Johnson explores how Milligan's VITA program helps community members navigate taxes while giving students an opportunity to…

Milligan Students Provide a “Ministry of Justice”

Milligan College students put service into action through free tax preparation, helping low-income residents save money while demonstrating what Dr. Harold Branstrator calls a “ministry of justice.”

Focusing on Good Deeds to Meet Needs

After completing more than 75,000 hours of community service, Mount Gilead Christian Church opened MG House, a community outreach center dedicated to meeting practical needs through service, partnerships,…