ARTICLES
7 Attributes of the Considerate Christian
Christians should be known for being especially gracious, loving, and kind. Here are seven attributes of the considerate Christian.
Church Membership — Like a Marriage
Christians can start looking for the door with a consumer’s mentality when a local church doesn’t meet their expectations. Their membership is all about receiving benefits and service. Here’s why our attitude towards church membership should be closer to what we find in a marriage relationship.
7 Ways to Raise Godly and Strong Women
Women who are faithful to God live wisely in this world. They use their skills and gifts to the glory of God and the benefit of others. Here are seven ways to raise girls to become godly and strong women.
The Temptation to Be Part of the "Inner Ring"
C. S. Lewis cautioned against the temptation to be part of the “inner ring” where principles may be compromised as the price of admission, leading us to set aside our morals. It’s far better to be on the outside with our integrity intact.
5 Ways to Respond to Mental Illness in the Church
Mental illness can be difficult to recognize physically. Some people may not even know they have a mental illness. What encouragement can we find in Scripture and the church for those who are living with this health condition?
4 Roadblocks to Serving Others—and How to Get Around Them
Move toward need, not comfort. Be interested in the burdens and sufferings of others. The road ahead lies open, full of service opportunities that don't require any professional training.
What Can Women Do in the Church?
The issue of women’s ordination, and more generally women’s involvement in the church, is a modern issue which continues to generate numerous books, articles, and even supporting societies. What can women do in the church?
Measuring Your Ministry—a Warning and an Encouragement
Do you see a trend in the Christian West toward secular thinking, corrupting forces, and division? In the context of Christian ministry, what will we gain by measuring size, numbers, achievable goals, and measurable outcomes? In doing so we remove the attention from God and place it on ourselves, making our “impact” of utmost importance. Why is going back to God the best thing to do so in such circumstances?
The Unexpected Classrooms Where We Learn about God
Sometimes we will be able to praise God for what we are learning; other times we will be begging for the faith to believe it. How do we go about putting our head knowledge of God into practice in daily life?