November 23, 2005
God Talk at Starbucks
Rick Warren’s words will appear on Starbucks coffee cups next year as part of “The Way I See It.” Is it compromise or influence? The article argues it may help brew discussion about God in public spaces.
Articles for tag: Restoration Movement
November 6, 2005
The Church Is Constitutionally One (Part 3 of 3)
Using Ephesians 4:1-6, Clint Gill explains the church as constitutionally one—an organic unity grounded in one body, one Spirit, one hope, one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God.
October 30, 2005
Union in Truth
A historical overview of the Restoration Movement’s early streams, highlighting Thomas and Alexander Campbell, Barton W. Stone, and other related efforts pursuing “Union in Truth” and simple New Testament Christianity.
October 30, 2005
The Church Is Intentionally One (Part 2 or 3)
Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address calls Christians to unity rooted in God’s reconciling work in Christ. Drawing from Paul’s teaching, Clint Gill urges the church to reject human divisions and live as “one new humanity.”
October 23, 2005
The Church Is Essentially One (Part 1 or 3)
Thomas Campbell’s Declaration and Address challenged division and urged a scriptural basis for unity. Clint Gill argues the New Testament church is fundamentally relationships and fellowship, calling today’s heirs of the Restoration plea to renewed self-examination.
September 18, 2005
Kingdom-Driven Church
Many Christians describe gospel “benefits,” but Scripture repeatedly summarizes the good news as God’s kingdom. John Nugent explains what the kingdom means and why recovering kingdom language can strengthen the church’s witness today.
September 18, 2005
A New Era in Sudan!
A call to pray, give, and go as peace opens new opportunity in southern Sudan. The article highlights the endurance of the Sudanese church and urges believers to partner in gospel work, training, and compassionate service.
September 14, 2005
Their Leadership”“and Mine
Mark A. Taylor reflects on Henri Nouwen’s In the Name of Jesus, confronting divisiveness, performance pressure, and power in ministry—and realizing the book’s sharpest challenge is personal.
September 4, 2005
Ambushed by an Open Door
A professor’s classroom story becomes a warning and a guide: cultural change has made communication harder, and church technique shifts can carry hidden trade-offs. Hold tight to what endures while evaluating change with wisdom.
August 21, 2005
Doing Church in the City
A look at Keele Street Christian Church in Toronto’s Junction—its 1800s roots, changing neighborhood, multicultural congregation, and the practical challenges and ministries of doing church in a major city.
August 21, 2005
Western Canada: Helpful Trends, Hopeful Dreams
A snapshot of Restoration Movement churches in Western Canada, highlighting urbanization, shifting identity across streams, indigenous leadership, and renewed hopes for youth work, leadership development, and strategic church planting.
Readers Offer Comments About This Year’s NACC
Readers weigh in on the NACC’s regional conference experiment—what they missed, what worked, and why cost, scheduling, and family programming shaped attendance and expectations.
August 3, 2005
Always Something New
Christian Standard’s online newsletter delivers weekly Restoration Movement news, a fresh illustration for preaching or teaching, and previews of upcoming print magazine articles with convenient links. Learn how to subscribe and how to submit church news items.
July 31, 2005
Intentionally International
A Toronto-area church plant shares practical lessons for becoming intentionally multicultural—moving from accommodation to celebration and reaching the nations locally. Includes a sidebar story of Mustafa and Sheela’s journey to Christ at CMCC.
July 3, 2005
Reflections of Two Vagabonds (Part 1)
LeRoy Lawson reflects on a 20-month RV journey and the remarkable revival he’s witnessed among independent Christian churches—through megachurch growth, church plants, community engagement, expanding schools, and healthier leadership and unity.
June 26, 2005
Two Ministers, One Mission (an interview with Rubel Shelly and John York)
Rubel Shelly and John York discuss Woodmont Hills as “The Family of God,” emphasizing acceptance, honesty, and movement toward Christ. They also describe shared preaching and dialogue sermons designed to keep the focus on Christ, not personalities.
June 22, 2005
We Need Both
Mark A. Taylor warns against “style over substance” in church life and points to The Jesus Proposal’s call for relationship with Jesus—grounded in scriptural truth—to avoid hollow legalism.
What We Believe
Mark A. Taylor considers why people ask for doctrinal statements and what churches choose to publish online. He notes how “What We Believe” pages help visitors understand a church’s bedrock convictions.
Equipping Leaders from Within: Partnerships
David Faust reflects on how Bible college and seminary shaped his Scripture understanding, ministry skills, and lifelong learning—and why churches and schools still need to partner to equip leaders well.
