February 15, 2009
Why Is the NACC Important? I Go for My Family
Brent Storms reflects on childhood memories of the North American Christian Convention and why the annual gathering continues to encourage ministry families across generations.
Articles for tag: Ken Idleman
February 15, 2009
Why Is the NACC Important? Let Me Count the Ways
Ken Idleman reflects on 45 years with the North American Christian Convention and how the NACC shaped his family, theology, ministry relationships, global vision, and spiritual life.
February 11, 2009
Another Visit with an Old Friend
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the North American Christian Convention as an old friend—mature, familiar, challenging, and still connected to younger leaders and contemporary needs.
December 21, 2008
The Spiritually Dynamic Church
Ken Idleman reflects on the spiritually dynamic church at Antioch, showing how its witness, joy, hunger to learn, and generosity can shape congregations today.
August 10, 2008
I Choose Optimism
Ken Idleman urges Christians to choose optimism, pointing to church growth, church planting, missionary momentum, global openness, spiritual seekers, and worship renewal as signs of gospel opportunity.
July 30, 2008
Interview with Ken Idleman
Ken Idleman reflects on the Restoration Movement’s growth, doctrinal distinctives, church planting, evangelism, leadership development, and the challenges facing future generations of Christian leaders.
June 29, 2008
The Inside-Out Life
Ken Idleman reflects on obedience, gospel obligation, compassion, and concern for God’s name as motivations for Christians to reach out locally and globally.
March 23, 2008
Preaching from a Well-Prepared Life
Ken Idleman explains why a well-prepared life undergirds powerful preaching, highlighting integrity, community, creativity, testimony, and study as priorities that validate the message and keep sermons fresh, relevant, and Spirit-energized.
Talking Together, Learning Together
Nearly 100 men gathered at Chapel Rock Christian Church for the fourth annual Indianapolis Congress of Elders, featuring practical workshops, case studies, and a keynote challenge from Ken Idleman on faithful leadership.
January 6, 2008
Restoration Forum”“Catalyst for Change
A look back at the Restoration Forum and its impact on relationships between churches of Christ and Christian churches/churches of Christ—how conversations, worship, and fellowship helped break down walls and encourage cooperation.
August 29, 2007
Interview with Pete and Pat Mitchell
For 58 years, Pete and Pat Mitchell—“The Singing Mitchells”—served churches through music, revivals, and steady travel from their home in Robinson, Illinois. They share how marriage, family life, and ministry shaped their journey.
August 19, 2007
From Conversation to Cooperation
After more than two decades of unity-focused gatherings, the Restoration Forum will conclude this September. Victor Knowles recounts its origins, key milestones, and why organizers believe it’s time to move from conversation to cooperation.
TRANSITIONS: Man”s Plans & God”s Word
As megachurch pioneers near retirement, more leaders are building succession plans. This article explores what helps transitions work, what derails them, and why trust, timing, and humility matter when passing leadership to the next pastor.
October 1, 2006
Why I Left the Christian Church
By Kent Williams I have spent my entire life in the Christian church. I graduated from a Christian church college, as did my wife. Both of my sons attended that same college. I ministered for 25 years in Christian churches. In my family and my wife”s family there are ministers and missionaries serving in Christian churches. I have led revivals, spoken at conventions, served on boards, and written articles almost exclusively with organizations associated with Christian churches. Almost all of my friends in ministry serve Christian churches. But a couple of years ago I left the Christian church. I was
August 7, 2005
The Parable of the One Egg Special
Mike Cope reflects on the 1906 divide and urges local, practical reconciliation between churches of Christ and Christian churches. With regret, hope, and a breakfast-table parable, he calls believers to apology, forgiveness, and shared ministry.
