Articles for tag: State Separation

March 20, 2020

A Megachurch Pastor's Letter to His Congregation

Editor’s Note: Jeff Vines, lead pastor of ONE&ALL Church in San Dimas, Calif., shared these thoughts concerning the COVID-19 outbreak with his church. With his permission, we have decided to share it with our readers. _ _ _ By Jeff Vines I love my church, although ONE&ALL church does not belong to me. I love the people who attend, the staff who diligently make this engine run, and the executive team and elders who give so much of themselves to the cause of Christ. During this coronavirus pandemic, our leaders and servants have stepped up to lead and serve. I’m

September 19, 2016

Christian Standard

Christian Living

Why I Quit Being a Pastor to Train Elephants

By Brian Mavis I”m calling on the church, government, arts, and business to work together for the sake of kids. “Our greatest dignity as creatures is not in initiative but in response.” “”C. S. Lewis “For we are God”s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” “”Paul, in Ephesians 2:10 It”s been a great 20-plus years, but God has called me to a new challenge””training elephants. People are pretty pumped about it, but allow me to tell you the backstory before I get to the elephants. My Wife, Orphans,

July 4, 2010

Brad Dupray

Culture & Public Square Politics & Government

Interview with Rod Roberts

Rod Roberts reflects on Christian faith, public office, moral judgment, and how believers can engage government with integrity while staying grounded in personal conviction.

October 8, 2006

Darrel Rowland

Culture & Public Square Politics & Government

Is the Church Getting Too Involved in Politics?

As Christians gain influence in elections and public debates, what happens to the church’s witness? Darrel Rowland warns against partisan entanglement and urges believers to separate political preferences from matters of faith.