June 7, 2009
The Bible Mandate for Single Mom Ministry
Nancy Karpenske reflects on Scripture’s call to care for widows, orphans, single mothers, and fatherless families through compassion, provision, and practical church involvement.
Articles for tag: Justice
May 17, 2009
The Point of Christianity 2: Racial Reconciliation
Douglas A. Foster calls Christians to confront racial division, examine unconscious attitudes shaped by culture, and pursue reconciliation in the church as part of the gospel.
A Christian Civics Lesson
 By Rod Roberts On January 9, 2007, the newly elected speaker of the Iowa House gaveled the 82nd General Assembly into session. True to the traditions of the Iowa House, the speaker invited a special guest pastor to bring the invocation that morning. To the surprise of many, the guest invited to pray for the General Assembly was a Des Moines-area Muslim imam. The gesture was, in part, recognition of the election of Iowa”s first Muslim state legislator, who was from Des Moines. In fact, the state Capitol in Des Moines is located in this legislator”s district. The imam
February 1, 2009
War . . . What Is It Good For? (Part 1)
Karen J. Diefendorf introduces Christian just war tradition, asking how believers should think about military force, neighbor love, moral restraint, and the church’s voice in public debate.
March 30, 2008
Are You a Prayer Warrior or a Prayer Wimp?
Gen. George S. Patton once asked a chaplain for a prayer for fair weather during the Battle of the Bulge. Learn how Scripture, simple words, bold requests, and great expectations can strengthen your prayers.
March 23, 2008
Haven’t You Been There?
A Good Friday meditation on Christ’s trial as a story of power, sin, and our own hearts—inviting us to ask who is truly on trial and what verdict we render with our lives.
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.”
Ministering to the Least of These: RiverTree Christian Church, Massilon, OH
RiverTree Christian Church in Lexington, Kentucky, shares how God shaped a deep commitment to at-risk children through sponsorship, child survival initiatives, adoption support, and foster-care partnerships—locally and around the world.
January 20, 2007
Seven Leadership “˜Secrets”
By Victor M. Parachin In 1964 as Winston Churchill”s health was rapidly declining, former President and World War II Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower visited his friend. Eisenhower sat by the former prime minister”s bed for a lengthy period of time. Neither man spoke. After a while, Churchill slowly raised his hand and painstakingly made the “V” for victory sign, which he was well known for, often flashing it to the British people during the darkest days of World War II. Eisenhower, fighting back tears, stood up, saluted Churchill, and left the room. Composing himself, Eisenhower spoke to his aide in
August 27, 2006
Is Hell Your Final Destination?
Dave Stone makes a biblical case that Hell is a literal reality, marked by intense and eternal suffering, and urges readers to respond to Christ’s saving grace with a personal choice for eternity.
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.
Essential for a Satisfying Life
Walter Mischel’s marshmallow experiment shows how self-control shapes long-term outcomes. Discover why self-discipline matters and explore practical ways to strengthen self-control through crisis, learning, and everyday decisions.
September 7, 2005
Four Years Later
A late visit to Ground Zero makes the facts of 9/11 feel newly heavy—and raises a question: what would it look like if the aftermath became a lasting catalyst for worship, mission, and what endures?
August 28, 2005
In Praise of Wrath
By Tom Lawson The first hymn in Alexander Campbell”s 1834 hymnal lifts up these words of praise: Before Jehovah”s awful1 throne, Ye nations, bow with sacred joy; Know that the Lord is God alone; He can create, and He destroy. . This image of an all-powerful God, who can both create and destroy, calling the nations before him, is given scant attention in worship these days. For the theologically liberal, talk of God standing in judgment of the world is a source of frank embarrassment. For theological conservatives, however, the concept is also quietly avoided as a focus of worship.
July 31, 2005
CHURCH IN THE CITY 1: Pursuing Partnerships in Indianapolis
In a diverse city, “one size does not fit all.” Jeff Krajewski explains how partnerships help urban churches connect resources to real needs, support spiritual formation, and strengthen unity and accountability across congregations.
June 5, 2005
Exploring Biblical Worship
Knofel Staton argues New Testament worship is humble service and a life submitted to God—not platform roles or a single music style. He calls churches to pursue unity amid diversity and shape corporate worship around what God values.
