November 3, 2026
Capturing Glimpses of God’s Glory: An Interview with Nature Photographer Kenneth Keifer
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Is Modern Israel the Key to God’s Plan?
Jon Weatherly examines God’s promises to Israel, their fulfillment in Jesus Christ, and what that means for Christian views of modern Israel, biblical prophecy, and Middle East politics.
Introducing Standard Lesson Resources
Standard Publishing introduces Standard Lesson Resources, offering Bible teachers visual aids, devotionals, activity pages, PowerPoint presentations, and other tools to supplement the Standard Lesson Commentary and weekly lessons.
To Drink or Not to Drink?
John Caldwell makes a biblical and pastoral case for abstaining from alcohol, challenging Christians to consider addiction, influence on others, and the broader consequences of social drinking.
Thousands Meet in Brazil for World Convention
Almost 4,000 Christians gathered in Goiania, Brazil, for the World Convention’s 18th Global Gathering, bringing the worldwide Stone-Campbell movement together for worship, teaching, fellowship, and learning.
Confronting Burnout in the Ministry (Part 2)
Pastoral burnout need not be accepted as part of ministry. Daniel Sherman offers practical strategies for confronting exhaustion, restoring healthy ministry rhythms, and addressing six specific causes of…
10 Ways to Encourage Your Minister
Pastors often face criticism, discouragement, and burnout. Victor M. Parachin offers 10 practical ways church members can encourage their ministers through appreciation, personal concern, thoughtful support, and prayer.
Hanging with Naughty Matt
Tim Harlow reflects on Jesus’ friendship with Matthew and other sinners—and challenges Christians and churches to embrace the messy relationships that can come with genuinely following Jesus.
Surviving Ministry Means Knowing Ourselves
Pastoral ministry brings extraordinary rewards—and significant wounds. Rob McCord explores four questions that can help pastors understand themselves, protect their spiritual health, process pain, and lead with humility.
What Do You Say about Church Music?
Why does worship music provoke such strong reactions? Randy Gariss explores heart language, group identity, personal preference, and the call to Christian maturity and unity when churches gather…
Learning to Trust
Ministry burnout can leave pastors questioning their faith as well as their strength. Mike MacKenzie explores human limits, Sabbath rest, perfectionism, and learning to trust God with both…
Even a Leader Needs a Friend
Patti Cappa reflects on the value of wise, trusted friends who offer perspective, companionship, and honesty, drawing on lifelong friendships and the biblical relationship between Mary and Elizabeth.
Confronting Burnout in the Ministry (Part 1)
Burnout is more than exhaustion. Daniel Sherman examines the warning signs of ministry burnout and six areas where mismatches between ministers and their work can put pastors at…
He Looked Beyond My Fault and Saw My Need
What does it mean to have the mind of Christ when confronting another person’s sin? Joe Bliffen challenges Christians to reject self-righteousness, recognize their own need for grace,…
The Wisdom in Meat Loaf
Daniel Schantz looks back with humor on the church potluck dinners of his childhood and the unforgettable lessons they taught him about patience, self-control, acceptance, good manners, and…
What Our Websites Say about Baptism
A survey of 250 Christian church and church of Christ websites examines what congregations say about baptism—and how closely their teaching reflects the historic Restoration Movement perspective.
