January 1, 2026
Succession and the Church
Few churches handle lead minister succession well, but there are four steps for an effective succession PLAN (Prepare, Look Ahead, Assess, Navigate).
Articles for tag: Environment
January 1, 2026
Think Outward
Every church will tell you they have an outward focus because they know that's Jesus' Great Commission, but the truth is that many are not.
December 9, 2025
Restore & Renew: Preserving the Legacy of Alexander Campbell
A major new initiative is underway to preserve one of the most significant collections in the Stone-Campbell Restoration Movement: The Alexander Campbell Papers.
October 14, 2025
Longtime Caribbean Bible College Announces New Ministry Model
As of August, 2025, WISE ceased to be a full-time residential college offering a degree program, but will offer various learning opportunities by visiting the churches in the Caribbean.
The Necessary Estuary
Peace is more than a political policy or an abstract goal. Ultimately, we find peace in a Person: the “Prince of Peace” (Isaiah 9:6). Christ is the necessary estuary.
November 11, 2024
November 17 | Discovery Questions
These Discovery Questions are for use with this week’s Lookout Bible Lesson, “The Battle is the Lord’s” (Revelation 19:1-14; 20:11-15), by Mark Scott.
November 5, 2024
Missouri Pastor Launches Apprenticeship-Style Ministry Training Program
A new ministry training program launched this fall aimed at giving aspiring pastors an apprenticeship-style ministry education at a low cost.
November 4, 2024
November 10 | Discovery Questions
These Discovery Questions are for use with this week’s Lookout Bible Lesson, “The Battle is the Lord’s” (Revelation 17:1-2, 6, 18; 18:1-10), by Mark Scott.
June 24, 2024
New Discoveries on Medical Care for Transgender Youth
Hilary Cass is the leading pediatrician in England’s National Health Services. She recently completed what The Economist has deemed the most significant review “ever undertaken in the field of transgender health.”
November 1, 2023
Why Some College Presidents Were Hesitant to Respond to Our Survey
This is a sidebar to the article, “Staying True? (A Christian Standard Report on Our Colleges)” _ _ _ By Chris Moon To answer or not to answer. That was a question 23 college presidents faced upon receiving a Christian Standard survey asking about their institution’s views on biblical inerrancy, human sexuality, and women in ministry. The survey was sent to presidents of colleges affiliated with the Restoration Movement. In the end, 16 presidents responded. Seven did not. Multiple presidents who responded to the survey said they grappled with the decision because such topics are controversial. Proclaiming one’s views about
July 17, 2023
July 23 | Application (‘What Some Call Foolish’)
Jeremiah 32 describes a real estate transaction a Bible commentator calls “one of the most remarkable examples of personal faith found in the Bible.” . . .
July 3, 2023
July 9 | When You’re Not Where You Want to Be
What should you do when your circumstances don’t match your dreams and aspirations? Jeremiah’s message to the exiles can help any of us who find ourselves in uncomfortable situations.
July 1, 2023
‘If Then Move’ Promotes Healing and Growth in Women
By Laura McKillip Wood Wendy Fitzgerald has a passion for serving God and for helping others see how God works in their lives. As a young woman involved in her church, she looked at the women around her and saw many who wanted to serve God with their talents but did not know how to start. Many of the women felt limited in their churches and did not know how to use their gifts in that setting. Some felt overwhelmed with childcare and family, while others felt isolated because they did not have husbands and families. Wendy began to pray
February 27, 2023
March 5 | Forgive My Unfaithfulness
The theme for Hosea might be, “Good News from a Troubled Home.” God’s love for his people was on display at Hosea’s house. This minor prophet had married Gomer, who was unfaithful to him. But Hosea had purchased her back as an object lesson for Israel. . . .
August 15, 2022
August 21 | Application (‘I Am Who’)
Prior generations of parents and grandparents may have passed along their own habits, hang-ups, and hurts, but eventually we must stop blaming others and take responsibility for our own actions.
January 1, 2022
‘Lead Like You Are the Colorado River’
If not for the obstacles standing in the way of the Colorado River, there would be no Grand Canyon. Without these natural barriers, the river would not have created dramatic ravines, horseshoe bends, and whitewater rapids. Instead of a Grand Canyon, we would have a “Grand Trench.” How awe-inspiring would that be? Not very. If I could give any counsel to Christians and ministry leaders in today’s world, it would be this: Lead like you are the Colorado River. Anticipate impediments to your progress. Don’t expect the way to be free and clear of obstacles. No matter what the barrier,
December 9, 2021
THROWBACK THURSDAY: ‘There Is Peace on Earth’ (1941)
Here is a front-page Christmas editorial that appeared two weeks after the bombing of Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into World War II.
November 8, 2021
Nov. 14 | Application
Sometimes Christians stay spiritually stagnant instead of maturing. Here are five disciplines the Lord uses to help us grow.
The New World of Kids’ Ministry
What is the future of kids’ ministry and how can churches successfully adapt to meet the challenges?
September 21, 2020
Who Is Worthy to Lead? (Sept. 27 Lesson Application)
This “Application“ column goes with the Bible Lesson for Sept. 27, 2020: Lead (1 Timothy 3:1-16; 5:17-22) ________ By David Faust I don’t measure up. That feeling stirs in my heart when I read the daunting biblical qualifications for church leaders. From one perspective, what the Lord asks of leaders isn’t very different from what he asks of every Christian. Who shouldn’t be gentle and hospitable? Who shouldn’t avoid the love of money? But “above reproach” is a tall order. God has high expectations of church leaders, and “we who teach will be judged more strictly” (James 3:1). Oversight of
