April 24, 2012
The Attractional Model: “˜Come and See”
Brian Jobe challenges the divide between missional and attractional church models, arguing that effective churches can invite people in, build believers up, and send them out to serve.
Articles for tag: Dan Kimball
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.
November 23, 2008
The Emerging Church and the Stone-Campbell Movement: Some Striking Similarities (Part 1)
William R. Baker compares the emerging church movement with the Stone-Campbell Restoration Movement, highlighting shared concerns around denominationalism, vintage Christianity, and the book of Acts.
September 16, 2007
The Emerging Church Phenomenon
A look at the emerging church movement—its beginnings, key voices, and defining practices—plus a careful distinction between “emerging” and “Emergent,” and a critique that also notes strengths in authenticity and mission.
January 21, 2007
Two Examples of Emerging Worship
Dan Kimball says “emerging worship” is more than new styles—it reflects deeper questions about the church itself. See how two congregations are reshaping weekend gatherings around participation, dialogue, and community.
January 17, 2007
A Nagging Concern
Mark A. Taylor reflects on house churches, silent worship, and interactive services—and urges readers to look past comfort to deeper questions about what best forms worship, obedience, and a meaningful witness to postmodern adults.
January 7, 2007
Embracing the Possibilities in Postmodernism
Mark A. Taylor reflects on postmodernism as a lasting cultural shift and listens to emerging voices calling the church to honest worship, servanthood, and faith without pretense—embracing fresh approaches that help people truly know Jesus.
January 7, 2007
More Than a Generation Gap (an Excerpt from The Emerging Church)
Dan Kimball challenges the assumption that young people will “return to church” as they age, arguing many now lack Judeo-Christian roots. He urges churches to rethink ministry in a post-Christian, pluralistic, postmodern culture.
January 7, 2007
What Emerging Means to Our Churches and Ministries
Dan Kimball explains why churches can’t assume postmodern generations will think or worship like moderns. He urges leaders to understand emerging culture, adapt ministry approaches, and press ahead in making disciples with faithfulness and clarity.
