The Call to Send Feature: By Matt Larkin The idea of calling was once central to church culture Growing up, I remember hearing a lot about “the call to ministry.” My pastor talked about it. It was part of church conversations. There would be a yearly call to commit yourself to ministry at camp every […]
Raise Up Leaders Feature: By Jack Mumford What are leaders and where do we find them? These are two critical questions every church must answer for a fruitful future. Good leadership in the church can leave a lasting legacy of faithfulness. Poor leadership can create years of fruitless ministry. In the church and everything from […]
Should families leave if their church lacks a children’s program? Perspectives: By Jessica Mumford YES: A program supports a child’s development as a follower of Christ. Children today need to understand that while their salvation is individual and they will be held responsible when they stand before the throne of God, they are not running […]
In Dark Valleys Feature: By Dawn Rutan One Sunday this year, I was sitting in the prayer time before Sunday school when I felt the tears starting to flow. There was no way I could have prayed aloud without sobbing. As soon as the last “amen” was said, I hurried out the door to my […]
Will There Be Hope in Heaven? Editorial: By Justin Nash Will there be hope in heaven? I don’t think so. We often rejoice at the promises of the things that will be absent in the new heavens and new earth. When Jesus returns and makes all things new, there will be no more pain, crying, […]
Five Questions for Jim Lee Interviewed by Justin Nash Rev. Jim Lee has pastored Calvary Advent Christian Church in Lenoir, NC for the past 41 and a half years. He came to faith in Christ as a young college student at Aurora College through the evangelistic efforts of several Advent Christian students there. Several months after being […]
Character Matters Editorial: By Justin Nash Godly character is required for church leaders. Godly character is the preeminent requirement for church leaders. No amount of skill,training or theological education can overcome poor character. This is made clear in Paul’sletters to two young pastors, Timothy and Titus. In 1 Timothy 3:1–13 and Titus 1:5–9, Paullays out […]
Is it Okay for Christians to get Tattoos? Perspectives: By Tom Loghry YES: Of first importance, we find no law against the contemporary conception/common significance of tattoos in Scripture. The proscription against tattoos found in Leviticus 19:28 must be understood in its ancient context. At that time, receiving a tattoo indicated that one had sold […]
Five Questions for Adrian Dixon Interviewed by Justin Nash Rev. Dr. Adrian Dixon is the lead pastor at Northside Community Church in Knightdale, N.C. He also works as the Director of Chaplain Services and Education at Duke Raleigh Hospital, and he serves as Field-Office Director for the southern branch of ACGC’s Ministry Training Institute. Nearing the end of […]
Should Christians Drink Alcohol? Perspectives: By Catherine Rybicki YES: Many believers have struggled with the question of “should Christians drink alcohol?” According to the Bible, one can infer that alcohol consumption is acceptable, but that Christians should consume alcohol with self-control and in moderation. There are several places in Scripture that the discerning Christians can […]