Baptism

A 2015 Conversation with Caleb Kaltenbach

Jesus: The Middleman

Growing Deeper

Heartfelt Leadership

God Had Other Plans

Remember Your Baptism

How Much Do You Know About Easter?

How well do you know the biblical account of Jesus' resurrection? Test yourself with 15 multiple-choice Easter questions covering prophecy, the empty tomb, eyewitnesses, and Scripture, with a…

Risen Indeed

Can reasonable people believe Jesus rose from the dead? David Faust explores biblical evidence, eyewitness testimony, and the empty tomb, then reflects on the resurrection's power to bring…

Lesson for March 22, 2015: The Spirit of Peace (John 20:19-23; Acts 1:4-8; 2:1-4)

In this study of John 20:19–23, Sam E. Stone examines Jesus' resurrection appearance, his promise of peace, the apostles' commission, and the Holy Spirit's role in their mission.

Getting Ready for Easter: Compass Christian Church, Colleyville, TX

Compass Christian Church introduced a new Easter baptism tradition, baptizing 118 people in one weekend. Drew Sherman shares the memorable story of Fred, who rode his Harley to…

Lesson for March 1, 2015: The Lamb of God (John 1:29-34)

Sam E. Stone explores John 1:29–34, examining John the Baptist's testimony about the Lamb of God, the Holy Spirit's descent, and Jesus' identification as the promised Messiah.

Your Church and Homosexuals: Rethinking Our Pat Answers

Brian Jones addresses four difficult questions about welcoming gay people at church, including same-sex parenting, baptism, sexual orientation, and whether congregations offer genuine respect and hospitality to those…

A Time to Reset

C. Robert Wetzel compares resetting an electronic device with spiritual renewal at the Lord's table, showing how Communion helps believers refocus their hearts and minds on Christ through…

What I Learned When I Asked about Healthy Churches

What truly makes a church healthy? Brad Walden shares ten biblical characteristics that matter more than financial success, including unity, loving relationships, authentic worship, Communion, prayer, and Christ-centered…

A Healthy Church Is Doctrinally Strong

Jeff Faull explains why sound doctrine is essential to a healthy church, showing how biblical teaching provides a foundation for spiritual growth, practical service, mission, and Christian unity.