December 9, 2007
Leadership in the Church
Churches need leaders, but Scripture defines greatness as serving. Doyle Roth calls believers to trade titles and status for the towel and basin—leading people to Christ through humble, practical service.
Articles for tag: Harvester Christian Church
September 23, 2007
Answered Prayer in the Holy Land
A Holy Land journey reconnects Scripture to place—from the Sea of Galilee to Jerusalem—while unexpected emergencies and answered prayers deepen the group’s understanding of God’s provision and the urgency of seeking the lost.
September 12, 2007
Interview with Ben Merold
Veteran minister Ben Merold reflects on church growth, encouraging small-church leaders, and reaching the culture without selling out. He shares practical wisdom from decades of preaching and leading Harvester Christian Church.
May 20, 2007
Modern Day Pauls
A short-term mission team visits believers in Indonesia and shares stories of courage, prayer, and perseverance in persecuted churches—then reflects on what Christians in the U.S. call “suffering.”
February 25, 2007
Lucky to Be Alive?
By Doyle Roth Remember as a child how we looked forward to the summer break from school? Then there was the anticipation of waiting for the family vacation. Whether it was a trip to the beach, the mountains, or Disneyland, the excitement would build as the date approached. As adults we still mesmerize ourselves with expectations of grand and glorious places and events. Dreams and hope for the future are a part of many facets of our lives. There is anticipation when we leave home to go to college. There is excitement as the graduation date finally approaches. We can”t
September 13, 2006
Interview with Doyle Roth
After a head-on collision left Doyle Roth with severe injuries, he faced a long recovery filled with pain and discouragement. In this interview, he shares how his church cared for him and what he learned about hope, heaven, and hospital visits.
July 9, 2006
Lessons I Learned While Planting a Church
Church planting is thrilling—but risky. Bob Williams shares field-tested lessons on balancing faith with reality, launching at the right time, learning wisely from others, and adapting through change, setbacks, and a shift to a multisite model.
May 14, 2006
The Ministry of the Minister’s Assistant
Four administrative assistants to senior pastors share what they’ve learned about access, communication, staff structure, and trust. Their candid insights offer practical principles any church can apply as it grows.
