Church Life+Ministry

When JI Packer Was a ‘Christianity Today’ Editor
The relationship between the theologian and publication spanned nearly 60 years.
From N.T. Wright to J.D. Greear: How J.I. Packer Shaped My Faith and Work
20 evangelical thought leaders on the theologian who inspired their seminary studies, sparked their love of Scripture, and took them out for spicy food.
Texas Pastor Killed While Helping Stranded Driver
Southern Baptist leaders mourn the sudden death of the 38-year-old church planter.
6 Reasons Christians Worldwide Thank God for J.I. Packer
As an evangelical leader in the Global South, I see how Packer brought credibility and renewal to churches in Sri Lanka and other nations.
Church Planting Leaders Fellowship
I can almost say for certain that, in our lifetime, there has never been a more appropriate time to think and talk about innovation in mission and church planting.
J. I. Packer, ‘Knowing God’ Author, Dies at 93
The influential evangelical theologian leaves a final lesson for the church: Glorify Christ every way.
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The Convergence of the Missio Dei and the Imago Dei: A Way to Understand Discipleship
If churches (and thus leaders) would understand discipleship in this way, I believe it would help reframe the insalubrious discipleship practices and programs seen today.
Stuck in a Spiritual Rut? Neuroscience Might Have the Answer.
How better understanding our brains can help us grow in conformity to Christ.
Died: Peter Maiden, Who Saw Expanded Role for International Leadership in Global Missions
The British evangelical led Operation Mobilisation through time of transition.
Interview: Calvary Chapel Reopens
I believe God is doing something in this moment that we can't see in the present, but we will see in due time.
Atlanta Church Splits With SBC for Downplaying Racial Issues
Pastor John Onwuchekwa’s decision comes a year after Cornerstone Church received a $175K grant from the denomination to renovate its building.
When the Cultural Climate Gets Political, How Does the Church Stay Missional?
America is caught up (and has been for quite some time) in a culture war of the kind of nation it will be or become.
More Pastors Agree With Andy Stanley: No Worship Services Until 2021
Now 5 percent of church leaders say they don’t expect to reopen for the rest of the year.
Largest Evangelical Archaeology Program Finds New Home in Nashville
Southwestern’s former president Paige Patterson connected outgoing professors to Lipscomb University.
Comedian John Crist: ‘The Biggest Hypocrite Was Me’
The Christian viral video-maker is back online after confessing his “sexual sin and addiction” and seeking treatment.
Andy Stanley on Not Gathering Until 2021 and What He's Learned in the Crisis
During times of uncertainty, our voice is more important than our words.
Andy Stanley Explains Why His Megachurch Won’t Gather on Sundays Until 2021
North Point: We love you too much to open the doors on Sunday morning. Let's focus on doing stuff for the community.
How Churches Are Taking Responsibility and Acting Carefully
While its fashionable among the media to cite outliers who spurn the guidelines for their state, more churches by far are following the model of Calvary Chapel in both caring for their community and honoring those in authority.
American History Is Not Canceled
While Christians can’t erase the church’s slaveholding past, we can change the symbols, statues, and namesakes we celebrate.
Sudan Drops Death Penalty for Apostasy, Alcohol Ban for Christians
Amendments offer good news for Christian minority, but also concern that reforms may be too fast for Muslim society.

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Jon Tyson: ‘Run into the Controversy’
Jon Tyson: ‘Run into the Controversy’
Why the NYC pastor’s goal is “to winsomely offend everybody.”

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