October 22, 2026
Setting Our Hearts
Doug Redford
Baptism
Articles tagged Baptism
Missional Plant
Can missional and attractional churches work together? Chris Travis shares lessons from church planting in Manhattan, showing how small groups, community outreach, and larger gatherings can serve the…
Interview with George Ross
Pastor George Ross discusses relational evangelism, repentance, baptism, and spiritual transformation, explaining how churches can uphold biblical truth while demonstrating Christlike compassion and creating a culture of redemption.
Lesson for May 19, 2013: Active Hope (1 Peter 4)
Explore 1 Peter 4:1-11 and discover how Christ's example calls believers to resist sin, remain ready for his return, love others deeply, and faithfully use their spiritual gifts…
Downloads
Explore Christian Standard downloads for church leaders, teachers, and Bible students, including practical resources on ministerial hiring, ordination, baptism, Calvinism, communion, and the Restoration Movement.
Sticky Conversations: Homosexuality
Casey Tygrett explores how churches can welcome gay and lesbian people while discussing biblical convictions, personal relationships, and pastoral care. Three readers respond with differing perspectives on sexuality…
Lesson for January 20, 2013: Knowing Jesus Christ (Philippians 3:1-11)
Sam E. Stone examines Philippians 3:1–11, explaining why Paul rejected confidence in religious accomplishments. Discover what it means to count all things loss for Christ and know the…
Lesson for October 21, 2012: Simon Wants to Buy Power (Acts 8:2-24)
Sam E. Stone examines Simon the Sorcerer's conversion in Acts 8, Philip's ministry in Samaria, the gift of the Holy Spirit, and Peter's powerful call to repentance.
Arizona Church Hosts Services at Local Prison
Chandler Christian Church reaches incarcerated men through weekly worship services, baptisms, and prayer. Discover how dedicated volunteers build lasting relationships with prisoners and welcome former inmates into their…
Lesson for September 2, 2012: Faith Calls for Perseverance (Hebrews 10)
Explore Hebrews 10:19-31 with Sam E. Stone as he explains how Christ's sacrifice gives believers confidence to approach God, encourages faithful fellowship, and warns against deliberate sin while…
Here They Come and There They Go
Campus ministry creates a ripple effect by reaching, equipping, and sending students to serve Christ in their careers, churches, communities, and around the world.
What Our Websites Say about Baptism
A survey of 250 Christian church and church of Christ websites examines what congregations say about baptism—and how closely their teaching reflects the historic Restoration Movement perspective.
What Are They Saying about Baptism? (Samples from Church Websites We Visited)
Examples from several Christian churches show how congregations can clearly explain baptism, conversion, repentance, confession, forgiveness of sins, and the gift of the Holy Spirit in their statements…
Meeting Needs & Saving Souls
Kempsville Church of Christ’s “Mainstreaming” ministry brings homeless people into congregational life, combining practical assistance, friendship, worship, and evangelism in an outreach that has blessed both guests and…
The Mystery, the Meaning, the Love
Rick Chromey reflects on Christian marriage as a picture of Christ and his bride, showing how the Lord’s Supper reminds believers of their vows, baptism, and continuing relationship…
My Top 10 Reasons for Staying Put
Steve Reeves shares 10 reasons for staying in one congregation long-term, from family stability and deeper relationships to spiritual growth, community credibility, and faithful leadership.
