Some things are just made to go together—like a cup and saucer. One holds the drink; the other supports it. That’s how simple church and Anabaptist can work. They’re not the same thing, but they fit together so well that separating them feels unnatural. Relationships Over Religion At the heart […]
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Originally Michael Frost – https://mikefrost.net/the-way-you-tell-the-story-of-god-matters/ I have noted previously that Christians need to learn to tell their own spiritual autobiographies more effectively. I wrote, “Less and less people want to listen to religious lectures or church sermons, but they’ll listen to stories from your spiritual autobiography if you can tell […]
Read More For a Christian church, the foundation is unshakeably Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior. This belief forms the bedrock of our faith (John 14:6, ESV: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”). Our commitment to Christ makes us His disciples, but our love for one another is the true test of our Christian community. Jesus Himself declared, “By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:35).
Read More Why We Should Embrace a Multi-Voiced Church: Scriptural Guidance and Spirit-Led Community In recent years, there has been a growing interest in a church structure that encourages multi-voiced participation—where each member is welcomed to share insights, reflections, and gifts rather than relying on a single speaker or leader. This approach, […]
Read More The Bible is more than just a historical text or a compilation of religious teachings. It is a unified narrative through many smaller books in which God reveals His character, His purposes, and His plan for creation. From the opening chapters of Genesis to the final visions of Revelation, the […]
Read More Restoring the Larger Vision of the Gospel Introduction: From Redemption to Restoration The traditional Christian understanding of salvation often emphasizes redemption—God saving people from their sins. While this is a vital aspect of the gospel, many theologians argue that it constitutes only part of a much larger narrative: the restoration […]
Read More The Attraction of Self-Pity from a Christian Perspective Self-pity is an emotion many people experience, especially in times of hardship or failure. From a Christian perspective, understanding why self-pity can be so attractive is crucial, as it can subtly lead us away from God’s truth and purpose. Although it seems […]
Read More Originally Michael Frost – https://mikefrost.net/the-way-you-tell-the-story-of-god-matters/ I have noted previously that Christians need to learn to tell their own spiritual autobiographies more effectively. I wrote, “Less and less people want to listen to religious lectures or church sermons, but they’ll listen to stories from your spiritual autobiography if you can tell […]
Read More Building a Welcoming and Friendly Small Church Building a welcoming small church requires intentionality. For a small church to grow and thrive, it’s essential to cultivate a culture of friendliness and outreach that makes visitors feel at home. Whether it’s through personal interaction or a church-wide initiative, this article will […]
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Fearless Teaching Needed Our hearts should feast on holiness,And joy that ever shines,The Christian life’s eternal blissIn heaven’s perfect lines.But still we must not turn awayFrom truths both harsh and stern,For many drift from light of day,To shadows where they burn. Too often, sermons soft and sweetAppease the ears polite,While […]
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