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Praying Expectantly
Worship & Prayer

Pray Expectantly

When Sheila Hudson faced losing her job and health benefits, she prayed for a solution. What followed taught her an unforgettable lesson about praying expectantly, trusting God's timing,…

Sheila S. Hudson · February 15, 2011
Christian journaling
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Breathing Space in the Spiritual Journey

Jan Johnson reflects on journaling as a spiritual discipline that helps believers pray honestly, listen for God’s voice, record spiritual growth, and find rest in God’s presence.

Jan Johnson · February 14, 2011
abiding in Jesus’ words
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Abide in My Word

Brandon Smith reflects on abiding in Jesus’ words, showing how intentional time in Scripture forms disciples over time and changes their condition in Christ.

Brandon Smith · February 13, 2011
hands-on leadership
Church Leadership

Don’t Make Me Lay Hands on You!

Tim Harlow reflects on Nehemiah, Jesus, and Paul to challenge church leaders toward courageous, loving correction rooted in zeal for the health of God’s people.

Tim Harlow · February 11, 2011
church leadership improvisation
Church Leadership

Improvisation Is Hard Work

Kyle Baker draws on jazz training with Delfeayo Marsalis to show church leaders why strong improvisation requires discipline, planning, rehearsal, and continued growth.

Kyle Baker · February 7, 2011
Pep Rally Jesus
Care & Counseling

Pep Rally Jesus and Other Youthful Myths

Jim Herbst challenges the promise of “Pep Rally Jesus,” reflecting on suffering, ministry disappointment, illness, funerals, and the resurrection hope that outlasts earthly guarantees.

Jim Herbst · February 6, 2011
church consumerism
Church Life

So Long to Good-Byes

Church consumerism can turn congregational commitment into a matter of personal preference. Cal Jernigan explores why Christians change churches and offers practical guidance for strengthening relationships, resolving disagreements,…

Cal Jernigan · February 2, 2011
sharing the gospel
Mission & Evangelism

Must We Earn the Right to Share the Gospel?

Robert Reese considers whether Christians must “earn the right” before sharing the gospel, arguing that compassion and evangelism belong together in faithful witness.

Robert Reese · February 2, 2011
reading Old Testament stories
Theology & Bible

Getting the Most from Old Testament Stories (Part 2)

Matt Proctor offers seven practical questions for reading Old Testament narratives with fresh eyes, helping readers notice story type, setting, characters, dialogue, repetition, irony, and literary context.

Matt Proctor · February 1, 2011
missionary convention
Organizations & Events

Go, You (Why You Should Attend the National Missionary Convention)

A first-time attendee reflects on the 2010 National Missionary Convention and discovers that mission is not only for missionaries, but for every believer through prayer, encouragement, and obedience.

Teresa Schantz Williams · January 26, 2011
small groups and discipleship
Church & Ministry

Why Churches Should Euthanize Small Groups

Brian Jones challenges church leaders to rethink small groups, arguing that discipleship grows through Spirit-led community and formed disciples—not merely organized meetings and discussion guides.

Brian Jones · January 24, 2011
King James Version
Theology & Bible

A Birthday Worth Celebrating

Victor Knowles reflects on the 400th anniversary of the King James Version, honoring its beauty and influence while urging Christians not to divide over Bible translation preferences.

Victor Knowles · January 20, 2011
News & Updates

Every Issue from 2010 on One CD!

The 2010 CHRISTIAN STANDARD CD-ROM includes every 2010 issue in a searchable format for research, teaching, preaching illustrations, and easy article access.

Christian Standard · January 20, 2011
Theology & Bible

Getting the Most from Old Testament Stories (Part 1)

Matt Proctor explains how to read Old Testament narratives as part of God’s larger salvation story, not merely as isolated morality tales or personal life lessons.

Matt Proctor · January 19, 2011
revitalizing children’s ministry
Church & Ministry

Revitalizing Your Children’s Ministry

Karen Wingate tells how Plymouth Avenue Christian Church revitalized its children’s ministry through honest critique, community awareness, clear vision, and consistent encouragement for volunteers.

Karen Wingate · January 17, 2011
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