April 12, 2009
A Secret We Must Tell
Arron Chambers reflects on secrets too good to keep, calling believers to overcome fear and doubt as they share the good news of Christ’s resurrection.
Articles for tag: Arron Chambers
March 25, 2009
Highlighting the Beauty of Baptism
Mark A. Taylor highlights baptism stories from California, Georgia, and Pennsylvania while pointing readers to Christian Standard resources that help churches teach baptism clearly.
December 10, 2008
A Picture of the Elders in Our Churches, Part One: posted 12/10/2008
Mark A. Taylor reports results from Christian Standard’s Elders Survey, highlighting how churches select elders, how often elders meet, and the continuing need for shepherding support.
September 3, 2008
Our Online Review of a Best-seller
Jennifer Taylor reviews The Shack, weighing its literary weaknesses against the theological ideas that helped the book connect with readers far beyond the Christian fiction audience.
What Is an Elder”s Most Important Job?
By Arron Chambers Who is an elder supposed to be? The Bible makes it clear Now the overseer must be above reproach, the husband of but one wife, temperate, self-controlled, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, not given to drunkenness, not violent but gentle, not quarrelsome, not a lover of money. He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him with proper respect. (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God”s church?) He must not be a recent convert, or he may become conceited and fall
June 18, 2008
Shepherding: A Bigger Task Than Most Are Accomplishing
Mark A. Taylor considers how elders can fulfill their shepherding responsibility by equipping small group and adult Sunday school leaders to care for church members.
June 15, 2008
Elders: The Church”s Lead Caregivers
Knofel Staton explores the New Testament language for church elders and argues that elders should serve as shepherd-like lead caregivers who look over people in order to look after them.
June 8, 2008
FROM MY BOOKSHELF: Beyond Normal
LeRoy Lawson reviews books by David Michaelis, John Elder Robison, and Arron Chambers, reflecting on Peanuts, Asperger’s syndrome, Christian identity, and the extraordinary shape of human potential.
Connecting with You in Kansas City
Standard Publishing previews special events at the North American Christian Convention in Kansas City, July 3-6—booth visits, the Resource Center, the President’s Reception, mentoring breakfasts, and scheduled author meet-and-greets.
April 25, 2007
In Case You’ve Missed Our Blogs
Three excerpts from Christian Standard bloggers challenge leaders to confront reality, call the church to pray for revival, and reflect on the growing urgency to lead in ways that matter now and for eternity.
FAMILY CAMP: Where It’s At!
Camp meetings shaped American revival life—and Hillsboro Family Camp continues that heritage today. From Cane Ridge to Restoration Acres, thousands gather each year for worship, teaching, and renewal across generations.
February 14, 2007
The Best Convention Ever!
A look back at a unity-charged North American Christian Convention—and a call to pursue unity’s intended outcome: evangelism. When churches move beyond fellowship to mission, the fruit of unity can be a harvest of new believers.
October 15, 2006
‘Me’ Church or ‘The’ Church?
What would an honest sign outside your church say? A typo on a church marquee sparks a challenge to reject “Me” Church consumerism and pursue “The” Church—worshiping God, giving in fellowship, serving in ministry, and going to the lost.
June 4, 2006
Magic Pill
Using a “Magic Pill” metaphor, Arron Chambers explains why some churches prefer to stay small—avoiding change, cost, and shared leadership—and urges congregations to pursue healthy growth under Christ.
Come Visit Our Blogs
The Christian Standard introduces two new weekly blogs and highlights a third at PreachingStandard.com—fresh voices, thoughtful perspective, and an open invitation for readers to join the conversation.
March 5, 2006
Thinking Outside the Box
Arron Chambers examines how church buildings can help—or hinder—the mission of reaching lost people, urging leaders to “think outside the box” and keep the church moving, growing, and caring like a living body.
January 15, 2006
Prayer Is Powerful
Arron Chambers shares everyday stories and Jesus’ example in John 17 to show why prayer matters—for glory, protection, and unity—and invites believers to pray faithfully “until we die.”
December 28, 2005
Thought-Provoking Columns Ahead!
Christian Standard introduces the 2006 “Reflections” writers—leaders from churches, seminaries, and ministries across the continent. Meet the 12 contributors and look ahead to a year of thoughtful, timely columns.
