July 1, 2023
‘A Miracle of God’s Grace’—A CS Interview with Dr. John Castelein
Paul E. Boatman Talks to Dr. John Castelein About His Crisis of Faith
Articles for tag: John Castelein
June 19, 2014
Finding a Point of Contact with Anyone
By John Castelein What does it mean that Jesus wants his disciples to be “in the world . . . not of the world” (John 17:13-19)? “In the world” involves more than merely being involved with the world or being aware of the culture. I believe it means being able to connect with people who have not committed to God”s kingdom. “Not of the world” means living out kingdom values and commitments that differ from those of worldly people. Unfortunately, as many Christians become more and more “not of the world,” they have less involvement and connection with people “in
April 3, 2012
A Room Called Remember
By a Lifelong Christian Church Member (ANONYMOUS) In 2006, the Barna Group conducted a study about church attendance and found that most twentysomethings leave the church after being active through their teen years. The data showed that “61 percent of today”s young adults had been churched during their teen years but are now spiritually disengaged, i.e. not actively attending church, reading the Bible, or praying.” One of the insights David Kinnaman, the director of the research, offered was, “Every teen has different needs, questions and doubts, so helping them to wrestle through those specific issues and to understand God”s unique
May 16, 2010
Embracing Our Questioners
John Castelein urges churches to welcome sincere questions, engage struggling believers honestly, and build discipleship, worship, and teaching around thoughtful faith rather than fear.
January 3, 2010
Local Church Membership”“Who Needs It?
John Castelein explores local church membership through a candid conversation between elders and seminary students about commitment, accountability, authority, baptism, and belonging.
