June 14, 2009
Transformed Lives Through God’s Word in Every Language
Greg Pruett reflects on Bible translation in West Africa and the transforming power of God’s Word when people receive Scripture in the language they understand best.
Articles for tag: Hunger
September 5, 2007
Earthly Hurts and an Eternal Perspective
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the church’s renewed commitment to compassion and community outreach—while urging believers not to lose sight of eternity, sin, and salvation as they serve “the least of these.”
Gifts from the Heart
By Ruth Herron and Anita Smelser The young mother hesitated as she and her toddler stepped quietly into the foyer. She sat down quickly on the closest pew, shushing him and pulling him near her. She smiled tentatively as a worker greeted her and asked a few questions for record keeping. “Yes, it”s just me and my son. . . . Yes, we have transportation. . . . I got a job and someone to watch my little boy. . . . I start tomorrow.” The young mother answered each of our questions, but we knew from experience the most
June 14, 2006
Quantity, Quality, and Presentation
Mark A. Taylor reflects on spiritual formation and asks whether packed church calendars can mask empty souls. Spiritual progress is a process, not a program—moving beyond busyness toward being formed to please God.
November 30, 2005
When Jesus Missed Communion
What if a church shared the bread and cup but left Jesus outside? Reflecting on Revelation 3:14-21, Tom Lawson warns against complacency and urges believers to open the door to renewed table fellowship with Christ.
November 30, 2005
Feeding the Hungry: Agencies and Resources
A quick-reference sidebar highlighting trusted organizations addressing hunger and disaster relief, plus practical book resources for thoughtful, economical meal planning and learning more.
