August 18, 2010
Encouraged . . . and Disturbed
Mark A. Taylor reflects on worship at the North American Christian Convention, the hope of Heaven’s reunion, and Ben Cachiaras’s challenge to be disturbed toward service.
Series: Mark A. Taylor
August 11, 2010
Remember Your Baptism, Teach About Baptism
Mark A. Taylor points readers to Bruce Shields’s “Remember Your Baptism” and a practical baptism resource for teaching, reflection, and faithful Christian witness.
August 8, 2010
Were You Old Enough to Be Baptized?
Mark A. Taylor urges readers to discuss baptism with patience and charity, reflects on his own baptism, and points beyond personal experience toward careful conclusions that honor God.
August 1, 2010
Avoiding Burnout, Surviving Burnout
Christian leaders can resist burnout by breaking patterns of personal obligation, self-sacrifice, self-abuse, and isolation while pursuing healthier rhythms for long-term ministry.
July 14, 2010
Letting Go: The First Step Beyond
Mark A. Taylor reflects on surrender, control, and Jesus’ call to leave the nets behind in pursuit of deeper discipleship and joy.
July 7, 2010
Hot Days, Fresh Thoughts
Mark A. Taylor reflects on summer’s slower pace as an invitation to reconsider worship, Scripture, and the Spirit’s refreshing work in Sunday gatherings and everyday discipleship.
Our Gift to You, Your Gift to Us
Mark A. Taylor introduces the newly redesigned Christian Standard, explaining how the updated look supports the magazine’s long-standing mission to resource Christian churches.
June 23, 2010
Loving Sinners Outside Church-as-We”˜ve-Known-It
Mark A. Taylor reflects on reaching the unreached, loving people beyond comfortable church boundaries, and learning from ministries willing to encounter messy lives with gospel-shaped compassion.
June 16, 2010
Pizzeria with a Purpose
A minister’s pizzeria became a bridge to his community, prompting a challenge for Christians to build deeper relationships with people they already encounter every day.
June 9, 2010
Never More Movement, Never More Questions
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the vitality, uncertainty, and renewed questions facing Christian churches and churches of Christ as the Restoration Movement considers its identity and future.
June 2, 2010
The Best Kind of Sermon
Remembering Sermons That Shape Us Understanding the Impact of Memorable Sermons The influence of memorable sermons extends far beyond the walls of the church. They can impact our daily lives, shaping our values, decisions, and relationships. Consider how a sermon might inspire someone to volunteer in their community, embark on a new career path, or even reconcile with a loved one. These sermons often serve as catalysts for change, prompting us to reflect on our lives and take action. For instance, a sermon on forgiveness might inspire someone to reach out to a family member they haven’t spoken to in
May 26, 2010
Campus Ministries A Strategy for Spiritual Growth
Churches can strengthen campus ministries through giving, service, hospitality, prayer, and helping students connect with ministries that encourage spiritual growth during college.
May 19, 2010
The Case for Staying Connected
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Scot McKnight’s praise for the Restoration Movement and the ongoing need for connection among Christian churches and leaders.
A New Reason to Register
Mark A. Taylor encourages readers to register for the North American Christian Convention, highlighting worship, preaching, workshops, fellowship, and a free CHRISTIAN STANDARD gift subscription.
May 5, 2010
Why Do Sons of Elders Become Elders Too?
Mark A. Taylor reflects on how elders and other Christian leaders shape the next generation through example, maturity, service, and unconditional love.
April 28, 2010
Pondering the Demands on My Abundance
After visiting Nairobi’s slums with Christian Missionary Fellowship, Mark A. Taylor reflects on privilege, abundance, and Jesus’ call to greater responsibility.
April 21, 2010
Tools to Help You Use the Arts
Standard Publishing highlights creative resources for churches using drama, interactive worship, and classic art to support evangelism, Bible teaching, and discipleship.
April 7, 2010
It”s About More Than Just Size
Mark A. Taylor reflects on megachurch growth statistics and encourages smaller churches to see opportunity, not inferiority, in their own growth and baptism potential.
March 31, 2010
This, too, Shall Pass
Mark A. Taylor reflects on winter, Easter, and the resurrection hope that reminds Christians every hardship will pass and life in Christ extends beyond the grave.
March 24, 2010
Restoration Revolution: Goals to Challenge All of Us
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Restoration Revolution’s ambitious 10-year call to prayer, church planting, Scripture translation, missionary development, campus outreach, and business as mission.
