June 3, 2026
Favorite Verses, Part 1
David Faust reflects on favorite Bible verses, the inspiration of all Scripture, and memorable Old Testament passages that highlight God’s blessing, faithfulness, justice, mercy, and call to humble obedience.
Articles for tag: East 91st Street Christian Church
May 5, 2026
Treasures New and Old
Jesus said disciples bring out “new treasures as well as old.” David Faust reflects on Matthew 13:52, urging churches to value both Testaments, honor past wisdom, and embrace new opportunities across generations.
April 28, 2026
Learning to Lean
Using Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me,” David Faust challenges the claim that faith is merely a crutch. Scripture calls us to trust the Lord, reject self-reliance, and lean fully on God’s strength and comfort.
April 7, 2026
Be Intentional About Being Inter-Generational
God’s faithfulness spans every generation, and the church weakens when the chain breaks. Dave Faust urges believers of all ages to share mission, values, and community through intentional inter-generational relationships.
March 26, 2026
Ministering by Night
David Faust reflects on sleepless nights and Psalm 134’s call to “minister by night.” He offers biblical encouragement for loneliness and disappointment, plus three practical “night lights” for serving God until rejoicing comes in the morning.
March 13, 2026
How Good and Pleasant It Could Be!
Psalm 133 invites believers to “behold” the goodness of unity. David Faust reflects on why unity is winsome, why it can be messy, and how God’s blessing flows through a united church.
March 13, 2026
Healing Lonely Hearts: A Biblical Perspective on Today’s Loneliness Epidemic
David Faust explores loneliness across Scripture and in modern life, reminding readers that loneliness isn’t the same as being alone. He offers four practical ways the church can respond with connection, presence, and healing community.
February 23, 2026
Your Family’s Forward Progress
David Faust challenges “backward” approaches to faith and encourages forward progress in following Jesus. Drawing from Psalms 127–128, he offers hopeful perspective for parents and grandparents raising the next generation.
February 23, 2026
Like Watchmen Waiting
David Faust reflects on impatience and the challenge of waiting, drawing from Psalm 130’s repeated call to “wait for the Lord.” He points to God’s forgiveness, perseverance learned in the waiting room, and hope in Christ’s return.
February 23, 2026
Cry Room
Why do people cry in church? Drawing from Psalm 126, this devotional reflects on tears of grief, repentance, zeal, and hurt—and invites congregations to make room for honest emotion and joyful hope.
February 23, 2026
Unshakable Faith
Psalm 125 pictures steady believers like Mount Zion. David Faust reflects on being secure in Christ, surrounded by God’s presence, and surrendered in trust—finding peace even in storms, hospital rooms, and seasons of upheaval.
February 23, 2026
Climb Higher
A devotional reflection on Psalm 121 within the Songs of Ascent, pointing readers to the Lord as the source of help and highlighting God’s watchful care over every season of our coming and going.
October 8, 2008
Interview with Jim Penhollow
Jim Penhollow discusses church planting momentum, people resources, East 91st Street Christian Church’s multiplication efforts, and the need to focus on underchurched regions.
September 14, 2008
Honoring God in Weekly Worship
Shockley Flick offers a practical framework for worship planning that honors God, edifies the church, and helps leaders use resources, sermon themes, and congregational “language” wisely.
Your Church and AIDS: A Conference to Dispel Darkness
A conference sponsored by CMF and FAME challenged churches to respond to HIV/AIDS through compassion, partnership, prevention, medical care, and practical ministry at home and abroad.
June 15, 2008
We”ve All Been Blessed by Their Faithfulness
John Samples reflects on the Estes family’s remarkable legacy of long marriages, rooted in the faithful example of Cornelius M. Estes and Minnie Dell Richardson.
May 18, 2008
New Church, New Elders: One Church”s Process
John E. Wasem outlines Suncrest Christian Church’s careful process for developing elders through prayer, teaching, nomination, confirmation, orientation, and ongoing congregational reaffirmation.
March 26, 2008
Interview with Dr. Tom Alley
Dr. Tom Alley explains the global toll of HIV/AIDS and urges churches to respond with informed compassion. He previews the “Your Church and AIDS” conference and the Hope Partnership effort serving families in Nairobi, Kenya.
January 2, 2008
Making the Most of Our Opportunities
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the lasting influence of Russ Blowers and Gene Dulin, then previews CHRISTIAN STANDARD’s 2008 plans, including a “Reflections” writer lineup and a yearlong emphasis on the eldership.
October 28, 2007
Multiplying Your Impact
Outreach magazine ranked “America’s Top 25 Multiplying Churches.” Five Christian churches made the list—each with a distinct approach to church planting, resourcing planters, and building reproducing churches for greater kingdom impact.
