Articles for tag: Cross Of Christ

January 21, 2013

This treatment of the International Sunday School Lesson is written by Sam E. Stone, former editor of CHRISTIAN STANDARD. ______ By Sam E. Stone In his personal letter to the church family at Philippi, the apostle Paul emphasized the importance of doing everything for the sake of Christ (Philippians 3:7). In addition to warning against false teachers, he spoke candidly about spiritual maturity, encouraging every Christian to remain faithful. Today”s text provides guidance for believers living in a hostile world. Don”t Dwell on the Past Philippians 3:12, 13 It is not wise to think that one has “arrived,” having

September 2, 2007

Christian Standard

Doctrinal Issues & Debates Theology & Bible

The Meaning of the Cross

By H. Lynn Gardner The death of Christ on a cross stands at the center of human history. James Stalker describes its significance: The spot to which we have come is the center of all things. Here two eternities meet. The streams of ancient history converge here, and here the river of modern history takes its rise. The eyes of the patriarchs and prophets strained forward to Calvary, and now the eyes of all generations and of all races look back to it. This is the end of all roads. The seeker after truth, who has explored the realms of

February 18, 2007

Greg Allen

Church & Ministry Church Staff

Better to Be Chosen Than to Be Needed

Greg Allen reflects on the difference between being needed and being chosen by God. When ministry is driven by privilege instead of pressure, leaders find humility, joy, and freedom to serve by the Spirit.

November 30, 2005

H. Lynn Gardner

Theology & Bible Communion & Lord's Supper

Looking Back and Looking Forward (Communion Meditation)

The Lord’s Supper calls believers to look back to the cross with confession and gratitude, and to look forward with confident hope in Christ’s return—renewing our present faith as we proclaim his death until he comes.