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Spoken word poetry in church
Church Leadership

Rapper God?

Can spoken word poetry transform preaching and worship? Jeff Walling explores its history, biblical connections, and impact at the North American Christian Convention, showing how passionate poetry can…

Jeff Walling · December 28, 2015
God's Love at Christmas
Devotionals

Meditating on Love: December 28

Christmas is more than the story of Jesus' birth. Becky Ahlberg reflects on John 3:16-17 and the depth of God's love, connecting the manger, the cross, and the…

Becky Ahlberg · December 28, 2015
Preaching delivery tips
Church Leadership

Advice for Actors . . . and Preachers

What can preachers learn from legendary actor James Cagney? Al Serhal shares five practical lessons for preparing and delivering sermons with clarity, confidence, eye contact, vocal strength, and…

Al Serhal · December 27, 2015
The Gift of Love Christmas Devotional
Devotionals

Meditating on Love: December 27

What is the greatest gift we can offer? Becky Ahlberg reflects on The Gift of the Magi, 1 John 4, and a beloved Christmas poem to explore the…

Becky Ahlberg · December 27, 2015
Reimagining Sermons for Postmodern Audiences: 4 Approaches
Church Leadership

Sermons for a Postmodern Culture

Are traditional sermons connecting with today's audiences? Rick Chromey challenges familiar preaching methods and explores four approaches—brief, interactive, experiential, and image-driven—that can help communicate Scripture more effectively.

Rick Chromey · December 26, 2015
Inexpressible and glorious joy
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 26

Can Christmas joy continue after December 25? Becky Ahlberg reflects on 1 Peter 1:8 and the carol "Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne," reminding us that lasting joy comes…

Becky Ahlberg · December 26, 2015
Christmas Day devotional about giving
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 25

Christmas is a day of giving, but who gave first? Becky Ahlberg shares five Scripture passages that remind us of God's generosity and invite us to rediscover the…

Becky Ahlberg · December 25, 2015
Christmas Eve devotional about joy
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 24

What brings us the deepest joy at Christmas? Becky Ahlberg reflects on the delight of grandchildren and reminds us that Christmas Eve offers something greater than gifts: the…

Becky Ahlberg · December 24, 2015
Joy set before us
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 23

What gives us strength to endure life's challenges? Becky Ahlberg reflects on Hebrews 12 and the joy set before Jesus, encouraging readers to persevere with purpose and gratitude…

Becky Ahlberg · December 23, 2015
Immanuel God with us
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 22

Becky Ahlberg reflects on Immanuel, God with us, and how a personal encounter with Christ brings courage, comfort, purpose, and joy. A December 22 Advent meditation on the…

Becky Ahlberg · December 22, 2015
Joy to the World meaning
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 21

Why does “Joy to the World” say “The Lord is come”? Becky Ahlberg explores Isaac Watts's beloved carol, Psalm 98, and the joy of celebrating both Christ's birth…

Becky Ahlberg · December 21, 2015
Sights sounds and smells of the first Christmas
Theology & Bible

The Sights, Sounds, and Smells of Christmas

Bob Mink revisits the sights, sounds, and smells of the first Christmas, reflecting on Mary, the wise men, shepherds, joyful praise, and sorrow to reveal the wonder and…

Bob Mink · December 20, 2015
Christmas worship joy
Devotionals

Meditating on Joy: December 20

Becky Ahlberg encourages church leaders to make Christmas worship a joyful, welcoming experience for seasonal visitors through heartfelt celebration, Communion, gratitude, and the shared joy of belonging to…

Becky Ahlberg · December 20, 2015
Minor Prophets and Christmas
Theology & Bible

The Gospel in Minor Key

Mark Scott explores the Christmas message in all 12 Minor Prophets, revealing themes of God's kingdom, mercy, repentance, restoration, and the coming Messiah alongside familiar Old Testament prophecies.

Mark Scott · December 19, 2015
I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day devotional
Devotionals

Meditating on Peace: December 19

Becky Ahlberg reflects on Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Christmas carol, written amid Civil War grief, and shares three powerful stanzas that move from despair toward renewed hope for peace…

Becky Ahlberg · December 19, 2015
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