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false teaching
Theology & Bible

Rob Bell Isn”t Your Biggest Concern

Brian Jones warns that false teaching is not limited to famous pastors or authors, arguing that every Christian’s doctrine can shape others’ faith, witness, and understanding of Hell.

Brian Jones · May 22, 2011
small rural church
Church Life

Fifty-One Miles to Faith

Daniel Schantz reflects on the simplicity, family spirit, and unhurried worship of Leonard Christian Church, a small rural Missouri congregation that renews his faith.

Daniel Schantz · May 20, 2011
Scripture study
Theology & Bible

More than Teacups . . . a Plea for Biblical Literacy

Megan Gariss urges older Christians to help younger believers move beyond spiritual dependency by teaching them how to study Scripture, discover truth, and walk faithfully with God.

Megan Gariss · May 17, 2011
adult education in the church
Church & Ministry

Adult Education and the Challenge to Make Disciples

Tom May explores how churches can improve adult education through stronger priorities, planning, marketing, relevance, quality, and innovation in order to teach toward genuine discipleship.

Tom May · May 16, 2011
biblical literacy
Theology & Bible

Our Lost Love

Charles A. Lee urges churches to confront adult biblical illiteracy, assess Bible knowledge among members and leaders, and renew their commitment to serious Bible-focused teaching.

Charles A. Lee · May 15, 2011
women’s discipleship
Church & Ministry

More and Better Disciples

Mountain Christian Church’s women’s ministry uses welcoming events, Bible studies, small groups, and retreats to help women connect with the church and take clear next steps toward discipleship.

Darrel Rowland · May 12, 2011
church women’s ministry
Church & Ministry

Why Women’s Ministry?

Susan Lawrence explains why women’s ministry should be shaped by intentional discipleship, healthy relationships, and prayerful obedience rather than tradition, trends, or one-size-fits-all programming.

Darrel Rowland · May 11, 2011
women reaching full potential
Church Leadership

Reaching Their Potential?

Christian church leaders and women’s ministry leaders respond to whether churches allow women to reach their full potential in Christ, offering varied perspectives on gifting, leadership, Scripture, and…

Darrel Rowland · May 9, 2011
Christian church women’s ministry
Church & Ministry

Women’s Ministry: Changing Views

Patricia Rohach’s research shows how women’s ministry in Christian churches has changed over five decades, while highlighting ongoing needs for spiritual growth, relationships, and mentoring.

Darrel Rowland · May 8, 2011
cohabitation before marriage
Family & Relationships

Cohabitation for Idiots

Arron Chambers argues that cohabitation before marriage weakens covenant love, creates spiritual and relational insecurity, and often leads couples into the very struggles marriage is meant to guard…

Arron Chambers · May 7, 2011
women’s ministry
Church & Ministry

Women’s Ministry in Our Changing World

LeAnne Blackmore explores how women’s ministry can better value women’s time, communication, generational relationships, church unity, and spiritual growth rooted in God’s Word.

LeAnne Blackmore · May 6, 2011
women’s ministry trends
Church & Ministry

What’s Happening with Women’s Ministry?

Leaders from Christian churches describe how women’s ministry is shifting toward authentic relationships, outreach, mentoring, flexible Bible studies, and more meaningful spiritual engagement across generations.

Darrel Rowland · May 5, 2011
church finances
Stewardship & Generosity

Is the Church in a Recession?

Kent E. Fillinger examines church giving, staffing, spending, debt, and outreach trends among surveyed Christian churches and churches of Christ following the Great Recession.

Kent E. Fillinger · May 2, 2011
gospel of the kingdom
Theology & Bible

Confronting Our Own Heresy

Dick Alexander argues that the gospel is not only about forgiveness and Heaven, but about joining God’s kingdom work now to restore what sin has damaged.

Dick Alexander · May 1, 2011
Carpenter’s Christian Church
Church & Ministry

Growing Church, Part-time Staff

Carpenter’s Christian Church in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, grew from a small core group into a thriving congregation through bivocational staff, elder-led ministry, shared systems, and community outreach.

Kent E. Fillinger · April 28, 2011
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