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Theology

Ordinology: What is Worship?

The idea of Christian worship is rooted in both the Old and New Testaments. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word commonly translated worship means…
Ministry & Leadership

The Moses Model

Our world is full of leadership advice. A simple online search will result in an endless number of leadership resources. From TED Talks to TikTok,…
Theology

The Balance Between the Spiritual & Physical World

Twice a month we have a kids club in our neighborhood. As the main teacher, I get to interact with the kids and sharpen my…
Theology
An Excerpt from “Images & Idols: Creativity for the Christian Life”
Theology
Evidence for the Resurrection: The Nature of Christ’s Resurrected Physical Body
Theology
Deconstructing Deconstructionist TikTok Videos – Part 1
Theology
Critiquing Cessationism: The Gifts of the Spirit & the Church Today
Theology
Christ Above Psychology: Putting Social Science in Its Rightful Place
Christian Living
Saul, the Spear, and the Disarmed Rulers: a Literary Motif
Culture

Israel at 70: Lessons for the Church Part 2

"But the land into which you are about to cross to possess it, a land of hills and valleys, drinks water from the rain of…
Culture

The Link: Church Response to Sexual Challenges, Bible Thumpers, Young Preachers & More

"ERLC opposes H.R. 5 the Equality Act"– The Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission"The ERLC affirms the full dignity of every human being. At the 2018…
Culture

Taxes and Tithing: The Motive for Our Giving

On Thursday, October 10, in what was billed as CNN’s Equality Town Hall, then-presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke suggested churches and other nonprofit organizations ought to…
Culture
Tom Brady’s Example of Understanding Our Deepest Purpose Part 1
Culture
The Link: When the Church Apologizes, Inductive Bible Study Method, WLL 2020 & More
Culture
Disaster Relief Update
Culture
Brooding Over Charlottesville
Culture
Rural America Matters Too
Culture
The Link: Google Searches for Prayer, Church Response to the Virus, Bart Ehrman & More
Christian Living

Weapons of this Warfare: Facing the Strongholds of Social Media

I was amazed to read the headlines today, “Twitter Engineers to 'Ban a Way of Talking' Through 'Shadow Banning,'” "Algorithms to Censor Opposing Political Opinions.”…
Gospel

Isaiah 41: Easter and the World

As Easter approaches, it makes me consider the way people think about Jesus in the world I live in. I live in Cork, Ireland. Ireland…
Culture

Rural America Matters Too

Rural America Matters Too I'll never forget what was said that evening; irritating experiences are funny like that. I was co-pastoring a small church plant…
Gospel
What Exactly is Spiritual Thriving?
Gospel
Mecca Moslems vs. Medina Moslems
Gospel
Why The Gospel Is Central
Gospel
Evangelism for the Introvert
Gospel
The Throne Room of God – Comfort for a Troubled World
Discipleship
The Church & Victims of Depression
Culture

New Episodes: CGN- Leading in COVID-19 Podcast

Hey church leaders. We know this is a challenging moment for all of you as you do your best to lead your people well during…
Gospel

Friends Not Foes

  Treat those on Christ’s side as friends not foes, For he who is not against us is on our side. Mark 9:40   We…
Ministry & Leadership

Why International Missions are Vital to the Church Today

Modern churches may question the necessity of international missions outreach. After all, isn’t it enough that we reach our local community for Christ? Is it…
Ministry & Leadership
When Leaders Lead 2020: Vision!
Ministry & Leadership
Where are the Heroes for the Next Generation?
Ministry & Leadership
Planting a Church: 5 Keys to Help You Succeed
Ministry & Leadership
The Power of Online Ministry – Mike Winger
Ministry & Leadership
The Anonymity Of Pastoral Work
Announcements
We are CCBCE: CCBC Europe Takeover Week
Discipleship

Generational Sin?

Have you ever heard a sermon on the devastation caused by “genera­tional sin”? Preachers base their frightening comments on texts like Exodus 20:5: “I, the…
Culture

Church Van E04-Tony Clark Part 1

Hosts Riley Taylor and Jarryd Bryant interview Pastor Tony Clark of Calvary Chapel Newport News on questions about discipleship, how Christians should handle racism in…
Discipleship

How Did I Become Spiritually Paralyzed?

I do suppose, and I pray my deduction is accurate, that you and I desire to live within the beautiful refreshment received through our personal…
Discipleship
The Blessings of the Exile
Discipleship
How Firm a Foundation: The Life of Adoniram Judson
Christian Living
Five Suggestions for Effective Daily Devotions
Discipleship
Communion Is a Family Affair
Discipleship
Relevance, Methods, and the Gospel
Discipleship
Pastoral Ministry: The Balance Between Study & Family
Christian Living

Thick Skin, Soft Heart

“Thick skin, soft heart.“ A good friend who pastors a church in a very different context and culture said this to me recently. In full…
Christian Living

From the Christmas Tree to the Tree of Calvary: The Meaning Behind Advent

What does "advent" mean? Well, the word itself means: "The arrival of a notable person or thing." At this time of year we celebrate the…
Christian Living

Vincent under the Starry Night of His Calling

Calling and desire, though close in emotional intensity, aren’t the same thing. I’ve known people come to serve with all the proper credentials, with holy…
Christian Living
Social Media: Distraction or Gospel Opportunity?
Christian Living
How Do You Measure The Success Of A Worship Service?
Christian Living
February Resolve: Five Ways to Keep Going
Christian Living
Has a Piece of Sin Latched Onto You?
Christian Living
How to Share Your Testimony in an Evangelistic Encounter
Christian Living
Will You Allow Christ to Delete Your Shame?