Answering the Challenge for Bible Materials in Spanish
Jon and Kathy Underwood created La Palabra de Cristo to translate and publish Spanish Bible training resources for missionaries, churches, and leaders connected with Colombian Christian Mission.
Articles for tag: Standard Publishing
July 18, 2010
They Trust Me, They Trust Me Not
Dave Ping explains why trust is essential to church leadership and how wounded congregations can begin rebuilding confidence through genuine listening, caring, and practical trust-building practices.
June 27, 2010
Evangelize Unreached Teenagers? (It Can Be Dangerous)
Rick Bundschuh challenges churches to count the cost of evangelizing unreached teens, especially when outreach brings disruption, conflict, and the joy of changed lives.
June 20, 2010
Some of My Best Friends Are Lost
Arron Chambers reflects on Jesus’ habit of eating with sinners and challenges Christians to build intentional relationships with lost people—one conversation, one friendship, and one meal at a time.
June 13, 2010
Two Views About the Future of the Restoration Movement: Dissolve or Thrive?
Dick Alexander reflects on the Restoration Movement, identity, unity, innovation, and the future of Christian churches and churches of Christ in a changing century.
June 13, 2010
Two Views About the Future of the Restoration Movement: Let’s Keep Moving!
Why the Restoration Movement Still Matters LeRoy Lawson reflects on whether the Restoration Movement should continue as a distinct movement or dissolve into the broader church. He argues that the movement still has a vital role to play through nondenominational connectedness, unity, New Testament authority, spiritual gifts, and shared mission. The article asks whether the Restoration Movement still needs to exist. Lawson argues that institutions do not define the movement; the church’s mission does. He identifies 10 values the Restoration Movement can still offer to the larger Christian enterprise. By Leroy Lawson This January, Standard Publishing’s Publishing Committee, CHRISTIAN STANDARD’s
The Hero HeadQuarters Field Test
Ross Christian Church hosted a field test for Standard Publishing’s 2010 Hero HeadQuarters VBS, giving children an interactive week while staff evaluated lessons, music, graphics, and activities.
June 9, 2010
Never More Movement, Never More Questions
Mark A. Taylor reflects on the vitality, uncertainty, and renewed questions facing Christian churches and churches of Christ as the Restoration Movement considers its identity and future.
June 2, 2010
The Best Kind of Sermon
Remembering Sermons That Shape Us Understanding the Impact of Memorable Sermons The influence of memorable sermons extends far beyond the walls of the church. They can impact our daily lives, shaping our values, decisions, and relationships. Consider how a sermon might inspire someone to volunteer in their community, embark on a new career path, or even reconcile with a loved one. These sermons often serve as catalysts for change, prompting us to reflect on our lives and take action. For instance, a sermon on forgiveness might inspire someone to reach out to a family member they haven’t spoken to in
Generation to Generation: An Interview with Wayne Rice
Youth ministry pioneer Wayne Rice reflects on Youth Specialties, intergenerational church life, and why parents and the whole congregation matter in helping teens grow in faith.
April 21, 2010
Tools to Help You Use the Arts
Standard Publishing highlights creative resources for churches using drama, interactive worship, and classic art to support evangelism, Bible teaching, and discipleship.
April 11, 2010
Register Today for Our Reports on Medium and Large Churches
Christian Standard invites churches averaging 250 to 999 in weekend attendance to participate in upcoming surveys for special reports on medium-sized and large congregations.
March 10, 2010
We Want to Help You Extend Your Ministry
Mark A. Taylor shares a Standard Publishing offer designed to help churches stretch tight budgets with free resources through new annual subscriptions to The Lookout or CHRISTIAN STANDARD.
February 24, 2010
Share the Joy of Simple Christianity
Mark A. Taylor introduces Simply Christians, a downloadable Standard Publishing resource that helps churches explain the Restoration Movement plea and the call to be “Christians only.”
February 21, 2010
Welcome Home
Marshall Hayden reflects on 25 years of Holy Land trips and how Christian travel can revitalize faith, deepen relationships, and bring Scripture vividly to life.
February 14, 2010
NACC: BEYOND
Ben Cachiaras calls leaders and churches to follow Jesus beyond comfort and routine, framing the 2010 North American Christian Convention as a challenge toward restoration and renewal.
February 14, 2010
NACC: The Week’s Schedule
This NACC schedule lists July 6–9 events, including exhibit hall times, main sessions, Bible studies, workshops, student sessions, meals, and featured speakers.
January 10, 2010
VBS Changes Lives
Stories from Missouri, Texas, Indiana, and Ohio show how VBS can shape children, restore families, encourage volunteers, and plant seeds of faith that last for years.
January 10, 2010
Introducing Hero HeadQuarters: Standard Publishing’s 2010 Vacation Bible School
Standard Publishing’s 2010 “Hero HeadQuarters” VBS teaches children that everyday obedience, faith, and courage can make a meaningful difference with God’s power at work.
January 10, 2010
We Call It Kids Camp
A week at Northshore Christian Church’s Kids’ Camp shows how children’s outreach can welcome families, teach the gospel, and bear lasting fruit in a new congregation.
