July 28, 2023
Rick Jett, who was associated with IDES (International Disaster Emergency Service) for almost four decades, and who led the mission agency for 19 years as executive director before retiring two years ago, died on Wednesday.
In honor of the 50th anniversary of IDES (International Disaster Emergency Service), we again share a 1991 article about Milton B. Bates, the man who started the disaster relief organization. IDES will mark its anniversary with an open house July 8 at its headquarters in Noblesville, Ind.
January 30, 2017
By Shawn McMullen Encouraging stories about local congregations you may not know, but churches still having a huge impact for God. Thom Rainer, president and CEO of Lifeway Christian Resources, notes that 90 percent of all churches in America average fewer than 350 in worship attendance and that 50 percent of all American churches average fewer than 100. Smaller churches have been a part of the American landscape since our country”s inception and they”re here to stay. Across the nation, smaller churches are making disciples and impacting their communities. Here are some examples. JERUSALEM CHRISTIAN CHURCH Greenville, Pennsylvania John Canon
July 4, 2011
Israel’s recurring cycle of sin, servitude, supplication, and salvation in Judges 2 reveals the danger of spiritual complacency and the importance of passing faith faithfully to the next generation.
January 31, 2011
Rick Walston’s lesson on Mark 8:27–9:1 explores Peter’s confession, Jesus’ suffering as Messiah, and the call for disciples to deny self and follow him.
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