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Articles for tag: Restoration Movement
A Listing of Restoration Movement Podcasts
Christian Standard created this listing of regularly produced podcasts loosely defined as “Restoration Movement” podcasts. The theme-driven podcasts in the top portion of this listing are produced by Christian churches and organizations. The podcasts at the bottom are individual churches’ weekly sermons/messages. . . .
July 1, 2024
Fences, Freedom, and Fellowship
In my study of our Restoration Movement heritage, it seemed leaders were more concerned with eradicating fences than erecting them. That value has been overlooked by some. . . .
July 1, 2024
Hope for a Movement
While working on a research project for a seminary degree, I visited Bethany, West Virginia, home of Bethany College. My stay began with a tour of the Alexander Campbell's home. . . .
July 1, 2024
A Time for Hope: A Bright Future for the Restoration Movement
In my old age, a question persists: Is there hope for the Restoration Movement? . . . Over the decades my answer hasn’t changed much. It is yes. And no.
July 1, 2024
Bringing the Streams Together: A Call to Unity within the Restoration Movement
The trajectory of the Restoration Movement has led to three distinct religious bodies. . . . Can we return to an experience of communal unity?
The Solomon Foundation Leads Through Its Core Values
The Solomon Foundation has sought to build the kingdom of God while giving investors a great return on their investment. From the beginning, TSF's values have guided their path to success. . . .
July 1, 2024
Foundation Stones of the Restoration Movement
I told my friend about the foundation stones of our movement: truth, unity, and evangelism. . . .
July 1, 2024
THE FORUM: Thoughts on the Future of the Restoration Movement
We asked several current and emerging leaders in our movement this question: “When you think about the next 10 years for Christian Churches and Churches of Christ, what concerns you and what excites you?”
Future-Thinking Elders
Are we content with mediocrity and satisfied with the status quo? Do we ache to be more effective in our leadership efforts? . . .
Forming the Faith of the Next Generation: The Urgency of Shaping Worldview
John S. Dickerson warns that mission drift can take root over time and calls the Restoration Movement to prioritize spiritual and intellectual formation. His Youth Worldview Initiative aims to help students “hold to” Jesus’ teaching across generations.
Church Planting in the Restoration Movement
Churches are being started by regional networks all over the country, in all kinds of places. . . .
June 13, 2024
Reuniting Our Movement
Despite our history of division, the question remains: “Is it still possible to honor our Lord’s prayer for unity and thus carry out his Great Commission?” I would answer, yes, because “with God, all things are possible.”
Lincoln Christian University Officially Closed – But the Work Goes On
Lincoln Christian University has shut its doors for the final time. The 80-year-old Bible college in Illinois ended operations on May 31.
CEA Changing Name to Evergreen Church Planting Network (Plus News Briefs)
On June 1, the Christian Evangelistic Association, which has planted churches in the Pacific Northwest since 1961, will begin operating as the Evergreen Church Planting Network. . . . Also briefs about Mountain Christian Church (200th anniversary) and Northeast Christian Church (10 years of Love the 'Ville). . . .
‘Entrusted’—ICOM’s President Shares Vision for 2024 Conference
"The ICOM 2024 theme of 'Entrusted' comes from 2 Timothy 2:2," 2024 president Andrew Jit shares. "Jesus has entrusted to us the best news, the gospel, and we are called to preach and proclaim it to those around us, both in our Jerusalem and to the ends of the earth." . . .
May 15, 2024
Ministry Help Wanted
Recent postings: A director of campus ministry is needed at the University of Illinois (Urbana-Champaign). Stillwater (Pa.) Christian Church is looking for both a lead pastor and a youth pastor. Lexington (Ohio) Church of Christ is seeking a full-time senior minister. Norwin Christian Church in North Huntingdon, Pa., needs a full-time worship minister. Lycoming Christian Church in Linden, Pa., is seeking a minister of children, youth, and young adults. Michigan City (Ind.) Christian Church needs a senior minister. And more . . .
Long-Tenured Pastors Say Love Is Key to Their Staying
What does it take to pastor a church for the long haul? Christian Standard posed this question to Bob Stevens who has served with Allensburg Church of Christ in Ohio for 40 years; Jerran Jackson, 44-year minister with Clarksburg (Indiana) Christian Church; and David Simpson, pastor with Lanier Christian Church in Georgia for 48 years. . . .
THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘Barton W. Stone—Champion of the Word’ (1962)
Sam Stone wrote in 1962, "If the early leaders of the Restoration movement are like men engaged in a race, it might be said that Barton Warren Stone took an early lead, but was later passed by Alexander Campbell." Sam Stone contended that Barton Stone was deserving of greater appreciation . . . and he did so by presenting this "survey of his life." . . .
Concluding a Work, Leaving a Legacy
Silas McCormick, president of Lincoln Christian University, shares about the many considerations that went into the decision to close LCU at the end of this academic year. “Everyone loves a ‘turnaround’ story,” McCormick writes. “Very few go looking for a ‘finishing well’ story.” . . .
