September 6, 2011
Matt Proctor explains why familiar Gospel passages deserve a closer reading and explores how Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John offer distinct, pastorally interpretive accounts of the life of Jesus.
May 14, 2011
LeRoy Lawson reviews three books on older adults in ministry, loving enemies in the Middle East, and James Davison Hunter’s call for Christians to serve the world.
February 27, 2011
Tom Ellsworth reflects on the Good Samaritan, showing how Jesus challenged prejudice and called his followers to compassion that sees clearly, acts practically, and goes beyond convenience.
July 12, 2009
Paul E. Boatman reflects on Chinese officials’ surprising openness toward Christian influence, shaped by house churches, earthquake relief, and the visible compassion of believers in China.
June 21, 2009
Larry W. Bailey explores how metaphoric stories, from Nathan’s confrontation of David to Jesus’ parables, can help church leaders teach, counsel, comfort, and confront more effectively.
December 21, 2008
Victor Knowles reflects on the unmatched influence of Jesus Christ on civilization, the arts, compassion, and transformed lives, arguing that one birth truly changed the world.
December 21, 2008
Tom Lawson reflects on how worship often gives us answers, yet Scripture’s questions may follow us home and lead to deeper insight and changed lives.
August 17, 2008
Mandy Smith challenges Christians in the developed world to see wealth as a trust from God, calling readers toward gratitude, generosity, and responsibility.
February 27, 2008
Tom Ellsworth discusses how Beyond Your Backyard calls believers and churches to move beyond comfort zones through relationships and unselfish service, balancing outward community impact with inward discipleship and equipping.
May 20, 2007
Mike Faust wrestles with compassion, suspicion, and homelessness, arguing that Christian care requires discernment while keeping our hearts open to relationships, dignity, and people in genuine need.
May 13, 2007
Francis Nash examines biblical teaching on poverty, economic inequality, worker exploitation, materialism, and generosity, calling Christians and churches to pursue justice while caring for vulnerable people.
December 17, 2006
Tom Lawson reflects on how worship offers more than answers, often leaving us with questions that follow us home and lead toward fresh insight and changed lives.
May 21, 2006
Dave Smith reflects on how Christians can be known by the mark of love—formed through surrender, trust, and knowing God, then demonstrated in generosity, unity, and pursuing outsiders with the heart of Jesus.
January 8, 2006
Paul E. Boatman explains why compassionate service is intrinsic to the church’s identity and how “Good Samaritan” ministry pairs with evangelism. From disaster relief to missions and new outreach efforts, the church’s mercy and message belong together.
May 22, 2005
After a devastating church-van wreck and a nearby homicide, Mike Cope describes how prayer, compassion, and “grandparenting” love opened grieving hearts. A call for churches to welcome and nurture the unparented in their communities.
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