Lon and Amanda Vining have been in full time Christian service their entire adult lives ministering to people from Africa to Canada and all points in between. Now, they need our help. Since returning to Northwest Arkansas and losing their position with a national mission agency, they've struggled to find employment adequate to support their … Continue reading Help a Family in Need
A Voice in the Wilderness
Here is the eighth installment in the "All In" series on the Gospel of Luke. In this one, Nathan explores the implications for us of John the Baptist's preaching recorded in Luke 3:1-14.
Ghandi’s Seven Social Sins
Ghandi may have known more about building a healthy church culture than most American pastors.
Stand Up, Church
Christ said, "On this rock, I will build my church." (Matt. 16:18) Paul wrote that, "His (God's) intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms, according to His eternal purpose that he accomplished in Christ Jesus our Lord." … Continue reading Stand Up, Church
Awesome
I've been reading the first several chapters of Acts over the past few weeks (read, I haven't finished it for my Growth Group) and I never ceased to be challenged by this account of the normal Christian life. While reading Acts 2 a compelling phrase caught my eye, And awe came upon every soul, and many … Continue reading Awesome
Blessed are the merciful.
Jesse Ventura once said, "Christianity is for losers." Many took umbrage to this but I think he was just restating Christ's words, "Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Christ offers his merits and demands that we cash ours in to get them. For the most part, society's winners … Continue reading Blessed are the merciful.
Holistic Holiness
We become more like the Son of God as the Father's seed develops within our being. Sharing life in community enables that development.
Pleasant Street is Gone 