"Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble (1 Peter 3:8)." When I was in college, I swam for the University of Indianapolis. Our opponents pejoratively called us the "international team" and accused us of recruiting illegally. I think they were jealous because our team, full of... Continue Reading →
What is the Spiritual State of the American Church?
We are living in exciting times for the growth of the Church. There is no doubt about that. Large churches are growing all around the United States, adding 1,000s to worship Jesus on Sunday morning. In 2008, an American evangelical denomination reported that 2.5 million decisions were made for Christ. Yet, with all the excitement... Continue Reading →
Are women to remain silent in Church?
This topic has widely been debated, from those within the different denominations of Christianity to atheists, skeptics, feminists, and others who are passionate about the equality of men and women. Before we begin, it's important to recognize that no one is arguing that women are less intrinsically valuable or inferior to men. It's my hope... Continue Reading →
RETHINKING CHURCH
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vTuj_QcrE6E Francis Chan, former teaching pastor of Cornerstone Community Church in Simi Valley, CA and author of the best-selling book Crazy Love, discusses four aspects concerning the mission of the church. 1. The Church is a family that loves one another.2. The Church is determined to get the message of the good news of Jesus... Continue Reading →