February 12, 2006
Garden Friends
Following Jesus is tough—especially for church leaders who feel they have nowhere to be honest. Jeff Krajewski points to Jesus’ own trusted friends and urges the church to become a place of safety and grace.
Series: Featured
February 5, 2006
Embracing the Unfamiliar
Jack Reese explores “the tyranny of the proximate”—our habit of treating our own norms as the standard. He urges humility toward others, warns against nationalistic idolatry, and points Christians to their true citizenship in heaven.
February 5, 2006
NACC: Lewisville? Luhvul? Aaah, Ya’ll Come
Learn how locals really pronounce Louisville, then explore the city’s standout arts, museums, riverfront landmarks, sports, and family attractions—from the Slugger Museum to the Muhammad Ali Center.
February 5, 2006
NACC: The Dream Can Come True
Louisville will host the North American Christian Convention June 27-30, featuring special events, prayer gatherings, mentorship breakfasts, and programming for all ages—aimed at strengthening relationships and celebrating shared heritage across Christian churches and churches of Christ.
February 5, 2006
NACC: Together in Christ
A call to renewed unity within the Restoration family, centered on Jesus’ prayer in John 17 and the 2006 North American Christian Convention theme, “Together in Christ,” in Louisville.
February 5, 2006
NACC: Restored–A Convention for Teens
Teens at the 2006 North American Christian Convention in Louisville will explore the theme “Restored” through worship, teaching, workshops, and high-energy gatherings at the Galt House June 27-29.
January 29, 2006
What Introverts Say
A collection of candid online quotes from introverts describing what drains them in church—forced greetings, loud services, pressure to socialize, and limited views of outreach—along with their longing for privacy and restoration.
January 29, 2006
The ‘IN’ Crowd: Ministering With Introverts in Mind
Church life often assumes extroverted norms. Mandy Smith explains what introverts are (and aren’t), how common church practices can overwhelm them, and practical ways leaders can create authentic space for introverts’ gifts and growth.
January 29, 2006
TESTIMONY FROM AFRICA: ‘You Have Been Stealing from God’
Bafundi Mpofu describes how a Zimbabwe congregation moved from dependency to self-support through tithing—fully funding pastors, planting new churches, and renewing mission purpose during economic collapse.
January 29, 2006
TESTIMONY FROM AFRICA: Dancing for Joy!
A mission trip to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, revealed “bundles of joy”—believers dancing forward to give sacrificially in the midst of hardship. Their generosity and hope offer a lasting lesson in joyful giving.
January 29, 2006
Things I Appreciate About Us
Doug Priest reflects on the Restoration Movement’s heritage and the freedoms he values—freedom to choose, fellowship, listen, serve, and cooperate—while pursuing unity and holistic ministry across the Stone-Campbell tradition.
January 22, 2006
The More We Change
A conversation about the Lord’s Supper and invitation hymns opens a wider look at Stone-Campbell worship history—and the motives, cultural pressures, and practical reasons that shape how churches worship.
January 22, 2006
You See It in Their Eyes
At Crossroads Christian Church, prayer during Communion grew into a shepherds ministry, and anointing with oil now draws hundreds forward. The church sees a deep hunger for spiritual connection in a post-Christian culture.
January 22, 2006
The Public Act of Accepting Christ
How do churches help people respond to the gospel? This article shares real-world approaches—from invitations and counseling rooms to baptism practices—highlighting celebration, clarity, and the next steps of discipleship.
January 22, 2006
Where Have All the Choirs Gone?
As choirs decline, Becky Ahlberg argues the issue isn’t “traditional vs. contemporary,” but whether worship leaders equip people to serve. A healthy choir can be a cross-generational, creative, and effective worship-leading team.
January 15, 2006
Face Time With God
By LeRoy Lawson There”s no doubt about it. When we pray, honesty is the best policy, even though our truthfulness will probably not sound very spiritual. Do we dare, in the presence of God, to utter our sullied thoughts, to strip off our masks of propriety? What will God think if we “let it all hang out”? When Eugene Peterson teaches people to pray, he challenges them to pray the Psalms. Then he waits for the shock to hit them. “Did you think these would be the prayers of nice people?” he asks. “Did you think the psalmists” language would
January 15, 2006
Prayer Is Powerful
Arron Chambers shares everyday stories and Jesus’ example in John 17 to show why prayer matters—for glory, protection, and unity—and invites believers to pray faithfully “until we die.”
Overcoming Busyness
Busyness can rob Christians of joy and intimacy with Christ. Dave Butts points to Jesus’ “one thing” and shows how learning from Martha—and from Jesus—reorders priorities for peace, rest, and effective service.
January 8, 2006
A Jesus Retreat in Islamic Kosovo
A first-of-its-kind weekend seminar in Kosovo drew nearly 35 attendees—many from Muslim backgrounds—to hear about Jesus. Teaching, questions, worship, and friendship opened doors for gospel conversations.
January 8, 2006
The Samaritan Manifesto
Paul E. Boatman explains why compassionate service is intrinsic to the church’s identity and how “Good Samaritan” ministry pairs with evangelism. From disaster relief to missions and new outreach efforts, the church’s mercy and message belong together.
