December 30, 2024
A Raccoon, a Mayor, and a Rural Revival
The historic First Christian Church of Monticello, KY, has experienced growth and revival under the ministerial leadership of Joe Tipton.
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September 18, 2023
‘I Can’ Movie to Premiere Nationwide on Friday
"I Can," a movie about Katelyn Pavey, a one-armed athlete who became an All-American softball player at Kentucky Christian University, will premiere in theaters nationwide on Friday. Katelyn’s home church, First Capital Christian Church in Corydon, Ind., produced the film. . . .
Jessup STUNT Team Wins Second Consecutive NAIA Championship
With their victory Sunday, the STUNT team from Jessup University has now won back-to-back NAIA National Championships in only their third season. The Warriors claimed their second title with a 17-11 victory over Vanguard University at the 2023 STUNT Nationals at Edmonds, Okla.
February 17, 2023
Showing Up at Asbury University: What to Expect
What is happening at Asbury University? Is it revival? An awakening? An outpouring of the Spirit? I wanted to see for myself what others have been describing, but, more than that, to experience what God was doing, and, more than that, to be in a place where God’s presence and power and purposes were being displayed. . . .
September 1, 2022
Manhattan Grad Joins Division I K-State as a Basketball Walk-On
After a phenomenal career at Manhattan Christian College, Nate Awbrey has joined the Kansas State University basketball program as a walk-on.
Leading Off for the KCU Knights . . .
Softball Player Katelyn Pavey Overcomes Life Challenges and Inspires Others
Milligan Athletes Finish Strong
Followers of Milligan University athletics had a lot to cheer about last week. Strong athletic performances were turned in by many, including Emily Kearney, who won the 5,000 and 10,000 meters at the NAIA Track and Field Championships.
Getting Ready for Easter: Camarillo (CA) Christian Church
Preparation, Pictures, and Prayer Stations By Charles Maloney, senior pastor, Camarillo (California) Christian Church Our student ministries department put together a guided Good Friday prayer walk involving “prayer stations” covering the events of the final week of Jesus” life, ending at the crucifixion. The prayer stations included pictures and prayer ideas, complete with drawings for children to color, for each of the days leading up to the events of Good Friday. The prayer walk was from noon to 7 p.m., so people could come during the day or after work. We encouraged families to participate together. The last prayer station
3 Ingredients to Get Men Engaged in the Church
David Morrow, author of Why Men Hate Going to Church, shares 10 ways to “man up” the church. Here are his top three suggestions: 1. A Manly Senior Minister: Not macho or power-hungry, but someone who projects a healthy masculinity. Men gravitate toward leaders they respect. 2. Excellence: Men will stay away from anything bad, hokey, or half-baked. The church doesn”t need to be perfect, of course, but men do seek out churches that strive for excellence in preaching, music, facilities, and programs. If you can”t do it well, it may be best not to do it at all. 3.
How a Harley Store Became a Home
By Kent E. Fillinger What do you get when you combine an empty Harley-Davidson store with generous giving? No, this isn”t a bad joke. The answer is a growing church. LifePointe Christian Church, located in Elk Grove, California, launched on February 23, 2003, with a nucleus of about 60 people. It initially met in a local school on the edge of town. The church soon was averaging more than 200 in attendance, and after a few years was averaging more than 300. Then there was some stagnation, said senior pastor Chris Delfs, even though “the congregation loved the church and
November 20, 2011
Drop in the Bucket Ladies Ready to Bring Blessings
Beth Ladd and Debbie Powell turned a desire to help after Hurricane Katrina into A Drop in the Bucket, bringing teams of women together for mission adventures and hands-on service.
September 4, 2011
Some Churches Might Qualify for Tax Refunds
Tax professional Tom Burbrink explains how qualifying churches may claim federal tax refunds tied to employee health insurance premiums, including the requirements churches must meet to be eligible.
July 14, 2011
Share Your Ideas about All-age Worship
Intergenerational worship intentionally brings people of every age into the worship service. Verna Weber of Cincinnati Christian University created an online group where church leaders can discuss questions and share ideas about all-age worship.
Thinking About Hell?
Christian Standard gathers four articles responding to questions raised by Rob Bell’s Love Wins, with thoughtful pieces on Hell, universalism, and God’s wrath.
February 25, 2007
Calvinism and the Bible: Origins
Jack Cottrell examines the essence and errors of Calvinism in a 10-page downloadable resource originally published as a four-part CHRISTIAN STANDARD series, including studies on sovereignty, free will, and a response to the T-U-L-I-P doctrines.
