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9 reasons bitterness can consume church members

August 16, 2024

Chuck Lawless explains nine reasons why bitterness can consume church members and why it is important to repent and ask God for a change of heart.

First person: Navigating the digital wilderness with discernment

August 11, 2024

As Christians, we have a responsibility to exercise wisdom and discernment, especially when it comes to the things we post and share online, writes Tony Martin.

First person: New England churches model creative, collaborative ministry efforts

August 9, 2024

A recent opportunity to visit with Terry Dorsett, executive director of the Baptist Churches of New England, only solidified my excitement for and interest in the ministry efforts taking place in the six-state region.

First person: Jesus versus the Church?

August 6, 2024

“The current trend of setting Jesus against the church says nothing about Jesus and a lot about the state of Christianity today. It lacks biblical literacy,” writes Rick Harrington.

First person: Seven practices for time management

August 5, 2024

“I’m blessed to serve in various roles, and I love each of them. But, that fact also means I’m busy. If I don’t manage my time well, I quickly find myself in trouble,” writes Chuck Lawless.

Feeling lonely, isolated in ministry? You’re not alone.

August 1, 2024

Loneliness and isolation are endemic to the ministry. Ministry isolation and loneliness is partly self-imposed and is partly imposed by the ministry itself.

First person: 6 habits that risk moral failure for pastors

July 27, 2024

Christian media expert Phil Cooke shares six habits that risk moral failure for pastors. “I’ve discovered a certain pattern of behavior from leaders who fail,” he writes.

First person: Addressing ‘gross mishandling of Scripture’

July 25, 2024

In the days following the July 13 assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, an application of Scripture related to the situation made the rounds on social media and has continued to draw concern from ministry leaders …

First person: Reflections on that scary Saturday in July

July 15, 2024

“Why do I remain hopeful? I’m hopeful because the harvest has never been more plentiful, and revival may very well be on the horizon.” writes Wes Fowler. “’Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes with the morning’ (Psalm 30:5).”