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Early Church Practices – 9 Things the Early Church Did That We Should Do Today
Early church practices weren’t confined to the first century—they are enduring principles that still carry life-transforming power. While the world has changed dramatically, the core of Christian identity and mission remains the same.
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Do We Have Friends at Church – Or Are We a Lonely Crowd?
I’ve lost count of the number of Christians who’ve told me they either stopped attending or left because they couldn’t make any friends at church.
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Why People Leave and How to Help Them Return to the Church
One of the biggest mission fields may be in your church every week.
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Is Evangelism Plausible Today?
Given our society’s hyper-individualized view of truth, high-profile Christian scandals, and spiritual resistance to the gospel, is evangelism even plausible today? Should we just redouble our commitment to our local churches and let people follow their hearts?
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How to Share Your Faith in the Workplace
Demonstrating faith in the workplace doesn’t require a microphone or spotlight. It begins with quiet consistency, continues with respectful dialogue, and grows through prayer and patience.
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4 Things You Should Never Do in Marriage
The really hurtful moments happen when you “step on each other’s hearts,” things we should never do in marriage and wound your spouse on an emotional level.
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Juneteenth and the Gospel of Freedom
"The story of Juneteenth reminds me of how many followers of Jesus live enslaved to sin and dark powers, even though they have been set free by Jesus," says Dr. Derwin Gray.
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12 Deep Questions to Ask Pastors
What’s your least favorite part of doing pastoral ministry? For me, I think it’s having confrontational meetings—even though I know they’re necessary at times.
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12 Things You Didn’t Know About the Assemblies of God
As these Assemblies of God facts reveal, there’s far more to this denomination than vibrant worship and speaking in tongues. It is a movement grounded in Scripture, energized by the Spirit, and committed to global mission.
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Why I Quit Tithing (and Why You Should Too)
If you've ever asked, "How much should you tithe?" that's understandable. To many Christians, it seems like some sort of country club due. But giving is supposed to be an act of worship that draws us closer to the heart of God.
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Called, Anointed and Appointed
As I wrestle with these questions about being anointed and appointed, I could not help but think of their universality in every ministry situation and the necessity to review them from time to time.
