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Christian Standard 2012 Index
News & Updates

Index to CHRISTIAN STANDARD for 2012

Access the Christian Standard 2012 Index to locate archived articles by topic, author, or columnist. Download the original PDF for researching and referencing the publication's printed issues from…

Staff · December 29, 2012
when church leaders need to say no
Church Leadership

The Power of No

Kent E. Fillinger explores seven decisions church leaders must make, explaining how saying no to distractions, unhealthy commitments, and ineffective initiatives creates space for focused, responsible, and intentional…

Kent E. Fillinger · December 28, 2012
Christmas Bible quiz questions
Theology & Bible

How Much Do You Know About Christmas?

Test your knowledge of the biblical Christmas story with Victor Knowles's 17-question Bible quiz, featuring Old Testament prophecies, the birth of Jesus, the wise men, and Scripture-based answers.

Victor Knowles · December 25, 2012
spiritual lessons from Mary
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Have a Mary Christmas

Victor M. Parachin explores 10 spiritual lessons from Mary, the mother of Jesus, including discernment, courage, obedience, trust, joyful service, and the importance of nurturing spiritual growth in…

Victor M. Parachin · December 24, 2012
receiving Christmas generosity
Stewardship & Generosity

The Other Side of the Angel Tree

After years of watching her church bless families through an Angel Tree ministry, Jessica Vana discovers the unexpected beauty of receiving Christmas generosity while preparing for missionary service…

Jessica Vana · December 23, 2012
Christmas ministry on a South Pacific cruise
Mission & Evangelism

A Clap-Clap-Clap-Clappity Christmas

Elaine L. Schulte recounts an unforgettable South Pacific cruise where Christmas carols with island children and an unexpected shipboard service opened doors for sharing the Christmas message.

Elaine L. Schulte · December 22, 2012
meaning of Merry Christmas
Christian Living

Merry Christmas

What is the meaning of Merry Christmas? Boyce Mouton explores how a familiar greeting can inspire generosity, encourage those facing hardship, and open opportunities to share the message…

Boyce Mouton · December 18, 2012
once saved always saved
Theology & Bible

Sticky Conversations: Eternal Security

Does the Bible teach once saved, always saved? Ben Merold examines eternal security, apostasy, and assurance of salvation, encouraging Christians to study Scripture carefully while extending grace to…

Ben Merold · December 14, 2012
Christian missions agencies
Spiritual Gifts

Spiritual Gifts

Eight Christian missions agencies share their most pressing needs, highlighting opportunities to support Bible translation, medical outreach, disaster relief, missionary training, and humanitarian assistance around the world.

Jennifer Johnson · December 11, 2012
Barton W. Stone
Restoration Movement History

Rediscovering the Sacred Stones

Discover Barton W. Stone's surprising connections to Hannibal, Missouri, Mark Twain, and The Crossing as Jerry Harris explores the Restoration Movement's history and the enduring legacy of its…

Jerry Harris · December 10, 2012
Barton W. Stone and Christian unity
Restoration Movement History

The Passion of Barton Stone

Jim Tune explores Barton W. Stone's role in the Restoration Movement, his defense of religious freedom, and his enduring vision of Christian unity grounded in Scripture rather than…

Jim Tune · December 9, 2012
ICOM 2012 missions conference
Organizations & Events

ICOM 2012: Radical . . . Again

Dave Butts reports on the 2012 International Conference on Missions in Indianapolis, highlighting its Radical . . . Again theme, featured speakers, missionary encouragement, student participation, service projects,…

Dave Butts · December 1, 2012
Christian environmental stewardship
Culture & Public Square

Ezekiel’s Endless Summer

Jay Engelbrecht reflects on climate change, scientific evidence, and Christian environmental stewardship, challenging believers to look beyond political divisions and embrace practical responsibility for caring for God's creation.

Jay Engelbrecht · November 27, 2012
pornography in church leadership
Church Leadership

Sticky Conversations: Pornography in Ministry

Steve Larson examines pornography in church leadership through personal ministry experiences, proposing awareness, accountability, and clear communication while fellow Christian leaders discuss confession, restoration, and creating an atmosphere…

Steve Larson · November 24, 2012
Restoration Revolution initiative
Organizations & Events

Reporting on Restoration Revolution

David Empson reports on Restoration Revolution's early progress, including its ACTS framework, church planting efforts, prayer initiatives, Bible translations, disaster relief, and partnerships among Christian churches and ministry…

David Empson · November 23, 2012
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