Leaders Are the Key
Larry Travis and Tim Wallingford identify four leadership challenges facing small- and medium-size churches: unclear roles, conflict, lack of training, and the struggle to embrace biblical vision.
Articles for tag: Cincinnati Christian University
March 29, 2009
What Is the Glue?
David Faust reflects on what truly holds Christian churches together, arguing that unity is found not in institutions or personalities, but in the Savior, the Spirit, Scripture, and service.
March 25, 2009
Interview with Jeff Vines
Jeff Vines explains how Christ’s Church of the Valley prepared for a sermon on baptism that led to hundreds of people responding in obedience.
March 15, 2009
Spiritual Formation as Leadership Development
Bill Weber urges Bible colleges and seminaries to make spiritual formation intentional, developing Christian character through curriculum, faculty mentoring, spiritual disciplines, and a campus culture centered on discipleship.
February 8, 2009
How Our Church Uses Elder Governance
Gary L. Johnson describes how Elder Governance helped The Creek create a healthier church structure by focusing elders on policy, pastoral care, doctrine, and prayer.
January 28, 2009
Random Notes, Important Items
Mark A. Taylor shares Christian Standard updates, including an apology, a correction, Great Communion news, a megachurch survey request, and a remembrance of missionary martyr Phyllis Rine.
January 21, 2009
Notes From a Trip to a Place I Never Thought I’d Visit
After an eight-day visit to Jordan, Mark A. Taylor reflects on Petra, Jerash, Amman, Wadi Rum, and why Christian travelers should consider adding Jordan to a Holy Land tour.
January 11, 2009
AKA: Daniel Read
Cincinnati Christian University senior Daniel Read brings humor, warmth, and improvisational energy to Standard Publishing’s “Studio GO! Game Show” VBS as the winsome host Wade Winalot.
December 31, 2008
New Year, New Theme, New Writers
Mark A. Taylor introduces Christian Standard’s “Get Your Hands Dirty” theme for 2009 and invites readers to share how their churches are serving people in need.
December 3, 2008
Big Ideas for Smaller Churches
Mark A. Taylor highlights how the Energizing Smaller Churches Network encourages leaders in smaller congregations and shares the spring and summer 2009 ESCN conference schedule.
November 23, 2008
What Was the Congo Massacre?
Bill Weber offers historical background on the Belgian Congo’s turbulent independence era and the dangerous setting in which missionaries served, suffered, and became known as the Congo Martyrs.
September 10, 2008
Interview with Gary Johnson
Gary Johnson explains how Indian Creek Christian Church plans creative worship experiences around one clear “bottom line” to encourage transformed lives and reach people not yet following Christ.
Hoping to See You in Cincinnati!
Standard Publishing welcomes the North American Christian Convention to Cincinnati with sponsored events including a Restoration Heritage Tour, luncheon, President’s Reception, and Minister’s Mentorship Breakfasts.
April 23, 2008
Interview with Lee Snyder
Lee Snyder reflects on the value of campus ministry, the spiritual needs of university students, and how churches can prepare young believers for college.
March 16, 2008
Why Attend Christian College? 26 Schools Give Their Answer
A collection of short snapshots from Bible colleges, Christian colleges, and seminaries describing hands-on learning, mentoring, affordability, and formation for service—highlighting diverse programs and settings across North America.
Interview with Justin Bilyeu
Cincinnati Christian University senior Justin Bilyeu explains his call from pre-med plans to ministry, what Bible college has taught him, and why experience in preaching and internships matters for future leaders.
February 17, 2008
2008 NACC: Outside the Program
Headed to Cincinnati for the NACC? Here are extra opportunities beyond the main program—pre-convention events, ticketed gatherings during the week, and chaperoned day trips for children ages 6–12.
February 17, 2008
2008 NACC: Come See Cincinnati
Make the North American Christian Convention a family getaway. From Cincinnati’s riverfront and museums to sports, arts, and Restoration Movement history, this guide highlights what to see while you’re in town for NACC.
February 13, 2008
Interview with Cam Huxford
Cam Huxford reflects on leading the North American Christian Convention, the value of intergenerational connection, and what it means to “Live Dangerously” through obedience, perseverance, and mission-minded ministry.
February 10, 2008
Compelled by Love
A recap of the 60th National Missionary Convention (2007) in Cincinnati, highlighting the “Compelled” theme, main-session preaching, workshops and exhibits, and the convention’s closing call to prayer and service.
