September 3, 2025
Stillness
The psalmist offered a remedy for the kind of busyness that keeps us from drawing near to our heavenly Father. He wrote, “Be still, and know that I am God."
Articles for tag: A.W. Tozer
July 1, 2024
My Truth or The Truth?
While the idea of different religions coexisting together in peace is a commendable goal, as followers of Christ, it’s important we understand that all religions do not point to the same truth. . . .
Moving Beyond Spiritual Disciplines
Spiritual disciplines, by themselves, do not bring about the spiritual transformation God seeks in our hearts.
November 27, 2018
An Elder’s Greatest Priority
By David Roadcup Luke reveals the grand priority to which we are called as shepherds of the flock. Two sisters and a brother loved Jesus deeply. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus had an abiding relationship with him. They entertained him and his traveling entourage; they provided a place to stay, meals, and no doubt made contributions to his ministry. Luke 10:38-42 records a meaningful exchange between Jesus and his hostess. Martha is busy fixing a meal and is frustrated that Mary, “who was seated at the Lord’s feet, listening to his word” (v. 39, New American Standard Bible), was not helping
The Best Sermon I”ve Ever Heard (11)
By Arron Chambers In this edition of “The Best Sermon I”ve Ever Heard,” we are showcasing the opinions of students at Ozark Christian College in Joplin, Missouri. Drake Holderman Drake Holderman is a senior studying student ministry at Ozark Christian College. He is working part-time on the student ministry team at First Church, a multisite church in northeast Oklahoma. Drake is married to Andrea, who has an associate”s degree from Ozark and is pursuing a degree in elementary education at Missouri Southern State University. Drake”s Best Sermon: Here is the best sermon (in seven parts) I”ve heard on God”s grace
May 17, 2011
More than Teacups . . . a Plea for Biblical Literacy
By Megan Gariss I was in elementary school during the mid-1990s when “Magic Eye” posters were all the rage. As you may remember, these posters produced three-dimensional images out of two-dimensional patterns. For some in my class, seeing the image was no problem””they could simply glance at the poster and quickly discern the hidden 3-D image. However, for most of the class, myself included, viewing the image was hard work. We all had different methods of looking at the “Magic Eye” poster, each guaranteed to help the viewer discover the 3-D image””be it a penguin on a raft or the
October 16, 2005
2005 NACC: President’s Message, “Journey to the Presence”
The Presence of God in Worship Reflecting on the North American Christian Convention’s regional conferences, the author argues that what truly distinguishes God’s people is not programs or polish but the manifest Presence of God. He calls believers and churches to pursue a deeper encounter with the Lord through thanksgiving, praise, humility, and time spent with God. The church’s defining mark is God’s Presence, not organization or style. Scripture points to more than omnipresence: a personal, evident encounter with God. Thanksgiving, praise, humility, and unhurried time with God nurture this pursuit. By Howard Brammer Three regional conferences instead of one
