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ways churches can fight poverty
Church & Ministry

50 Ways Your Church Can Fight Poverty

Explore 50 practical ways churches can fight poverty, with ideas from 15 Christian leaders covering community outreach, education, partnerships, employment, generosity, and relationships that support lasting change.

Jennifer Johnson · December 11, 2014
Christian citizenship and earthly authority
Culture & Public Square

It’s Good to Be an Alien

Drawing on his experiences as a resident alien in England, C. Robert Wetzel explores what 1 Peter teaches about Christian citizenship, moral responsibility, public witness, and obedience to…

C. Robert Wetzel · November 27, 2014
Isaiah 52:1-12 Bible lesson
Theology & Bible

Lesson for November 30, 2014: Good News Brings Rejoicing (Psalm 33; Isaiah 52:1, 2, 7-12)

Sam E. Stone examines Isaiah 52:1-12, exploring God's promise to restore Jerusalem, the announcement of salvation, and the call to holiness fulfilled through the work of the Suffering…

Sam E. Stone · November 24, 2014
persecution of Christians in China
Culture & Public Square

Freedom From Fear

Jinghong Cai shares her experience of fear and religious persecution in China, examining the pressures faced by underground Christians and reflecting on the freedom to worship and witness…

Jinghong Cai · November 21, 2014
Developing Compassion for Lost People
Mission & Evangelism

Do You Have SCD?

Tim Harlow examines how indifference and judgment hinder compassion for lost people, drawing lessons from Jesus, Jonah, and the Samaritan woman about understanding those who are hurting.

Tim Harlow · November 2, 2014
Ezekiel 43: 1-12 Bible Study
Theology & Bible

Lesson for November 2, 2014: God’s Glory Fills the Temple (Ezekiel 40:1; 43:12)

Sam E. Stone explores Ezekiel 43:1-12, examining the return of God's glory to the temple, Israel's call to holiness, and the meaning of Ezekiel's vision for believers today.

Sam E. Stone · October 27, 2014
Biblical Truth and Love
Ethics & Moral Issues

Right and Righteous

T.R. Robertson examines how Christians can maintain biblical convictions while engaging cultural controversies with compassion, drawing on the public responses to Michael Sam, Westboro Baptist Church, and World…

T.R. Robertson · October 16, 2014
God's Grace and Spiritual Transformation
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Capitulating to Grace

Jim Tune reflects on the exhaustion of trying to earn God's approval and explains how embracing grace, acknowledging brokenness, and proclaiming the gospel as good news can lead…

Jim Tune · October 8, 2014
stages of faith development
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

Stages of Faith

How does faith change as we grow? Ryan Connor explores four stages of faith development, the role of doubt and critical thinking, and how churches can help believers…

Ryan Connor · September 29, 2014
brokenness and communion
Theology & Bible

Beauty in Brokenness

Brokenness and communion reveal the beauty of Christ's sacrifice. J. Michael Shannon reflects on broken bread, repentance, forgiveness, and how God's grace brings renewed joy and restoration to…

J. Michael Shannon · September 26, 2014
leading change by example
Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

A Choice, Not a Prayer Request

Why is changing ourselves often harder than changing others? Mark A. Taylor explores how personal responsibility, intentional choices, repentance, and God's grace can lead to meaningful change—and inspire…

Mark A. Taylor · September 16, 2014
Christian generosity
Stewardship & Generosity

Lesson for August 31, 2014: Generosity in the Midst of Poverty (2 Corinthians 8, 9)

What does genuine Christian generosity look like? Through 2 Corinthians 8, Sam E. Stone explores the Macedonian churches' example of sacrificial giving and Paul's teaching on willingness, faithful…

Sam E. Stone · August 25, 2014
Christian mission
Mission & Evangelism

Ready to Heal

When doctors courageously accepted Ebola patients, they demonstrated a commitment to healing despite personal risk. Their example challenges Christians to confront sin without fear and embrace their mission…

Mark A. Taylor · August 5, 2014
God's comfort in suffering
Theology & Bible

Lesson for August 3, 2014: Comfort in Times of Trouble (2 Corinthians 1:3-11)

In 2 Corinthians 1:3-11, Paul reveals how God's comfort sustains believers through suffering. Explore the importance of relying on God's strength, receiving encouragement from others, and supporting fellow…

Sam E. Stone · July 28, 2014
Caleb Kaltenbach interview
Ethics & Moral Issues

A Conversation with Caleb Kaltenbach

Caleb Kaltenbach shares his personal background and challenges Christians to preach truth in love. Watch his exclusive North American Christian Convention interview on balancing grace and truth when…

Mark A. Taylor · July 23, 2014
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