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biblical literacy in church leadership
Church Leadership

WHAT’S NEXT?: Founded on Scripture

John Derry challenges churches to prepare future leaders through serious Bible study, doctrinal integrity, and an understanding of Restoration Movement heritage while responding wisely to cultural and technological…

John Derry · April 9, 2016
Holy Spirit guidance and healing
Theology & Bible

WHAT’S NEXT?: Remember the Spirit

Mandy Smith explores Holy Spirit guidance and healing, encouraging churches to remain open to God's work while practicing biblical discernment, praying for healing, and avoiding extremes that seek…

Mandy Smith · April 8, 2016
spiritual dangers facing churches
Church Leadership

WHAT’S NEXT?: Get Rid of Three Spiritual Diseases

Dusty Rubeck challenges churches to confront three spiritual dangers: biblical illiteracy, wealth addiction, and spiritual pride. His message calls leaders toward deeper biblical understanding, freedom from materialism, and…

Dusty Rubeck · April 7, 2016
innovative church planting strategies
Church & Ministry

We’ve Become Leaders in Church Planting

Justin Horey examines innovative church planting strategies among Restoration Movement organizations, including collaboration between networks, long-term planter care, urban outreach, children's ministry, and the growing influence of the…

Justin Horey · April 4, 2016
Restoration Movement global missions growth
Mission & Evangelism

We’re Making Great Strides in Missions

Justin Horey explores global missions growth through Bible translation, discipleship, church planting, and international partnerships, highlighting the work of Pioneer Bible Translators, TCM, Christian Missionary Fellowship, Team Expansion,…

Justin Horey · April 3, 2016
Christian Standard 1966 cover
Restoration Movement History

150 Years of Christian Standard

A 150-year history of CHRISTIAN STANDARD—from its 1866 founding to its role in evangelism, theological controversy, and conservative cooperation—showing how the magazine shaped the Stone-Campbell Movement.

Rick Cherok · April 2, 2016
giving preachers room to change
Church Leadership

Can You Let Your Preacher Change?

Is it OK for your preacher to change? Jim Tune explores spiritual growth, shifting convictions, and why churches should offer ministers the love, trust, and freedom to become…

Jim Tune · April 1, 2016
Collaboration Begins with You book
Reviews

How to Create a Collaborative Culture

Michael C. Mack introduces Ken Blanchard's Collaboration Begins with You, highlighting the UNITE framework and five practical principles for empowering teams, building trust, and creating a collaborative leadership…

Michael C. Mack · March 28, 2016
merciful and mighty
Care & Counseling

Merciful and Mighty

Through John 11 and the raising of Lazarus, Jackina Stark explores Jesus' mercy and power, offering encouragement to those experiencing grief, personal loss, and suffering.

Jackina Stark · March 26, 2016
social media evangelism
Mission & Evangelism

Social Service

Bill Belew explores how social networks can help Christians reach people around the world, share meaningful content, build relationships, and approach online evangelism with greater intention.

Bill Belew · March 25, 2016
church content marketing
Church & Ministry

If You Post It, They Will Come

Bill Belew shares six church content marketing strategies for reaching people online, explaining how websites, blogs, social media, and searchable resources can help congregations answer questions and connect…

Bill Belew · March 25, 2016
Christian social media conduct
Culture & Public Square

140 Character: How to Be a Social Media Missionary

How should Christians respond to online arguments and controversy? T.R. Robertson draws on Psalm 140 to explore social media ethics, online hostility, and the importance of reflecting God's…

T.R. Robertson · March 24, 2016
World Convention Global Gathering 2017
Organizations & Events

The World Comes to India

Gary Holloway previews the 2017 World Convention Global Gathering in New Delhi, highlighting Christian unity, persecution, church planting in India, international partnerships, and fellowship across the Stone-Campbell movement.

Gary Holloway · March 21, 2016
redefining success in ministry
Church Leadership

Redefining Success Without Lowering Your Standards

What makes a pastor successful? Karl Vaters shares his experience with burnout and explains why meaningful ministry success depends less on attendance numbers and more on serving people…

Karl Vaters · March 19, 2016
4 Ps of community engagement
Church & Ministry

Jesus in the Rubble

Rich Gorman shares how a Chicago church plant discovered the 4 Ps of community engagement—Power, Pennies, Parties, and Pain—and used the framework to build relationships and serve its…

Rich Gorman · March 18, 2016
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Be Seen Be Heard Online Course - Christian Standard

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