Church Life+Ministry

Transcending the Worship Wars
Bryan Chapell urges Christians to move past musical preferences toward Christ-Centered Worship.
Holding Their Tongues
The Assemblies of God asks whether its distinctive teaching is being lost in outreach efforts.
Happy Rosh Hashanah, Christians
The 'Jewish New Year' is a day of judgment for all of creation.
More Than Profit
A business plan with a divine edge has an angle on fighting poverty.
Reveling in the Mystery
Sometimes in order to see God, we have to learn to not know him.
The Art of Cyber Church
Joel Hunter is known by many as part of President Obama's inner circle of pastors. Fewer know him as one of America's most innovative church planters.
Who's Afraid of Witches?
Among African Christians, too many of us are.
Saving Witches in Kolwezi
Accused of witchcraft by parents and churches, children in the Democratic Republic of Congo are being rescued by Christian activists.
Past, Present, Future
Why we love Christian history.
A Common Hope
Much of 'Calvinism' is simply Christianity
Theologian of the Spirit
Calvin was no charismatic, but he was closer to it than some Reformed people readily admit.
Man of the Bible
When it comes to careful exegesis and consistent theological systems, Calvin set the bar high.
Amiable Impasse
Charitable Catholic/evangelical dialogue snags on imputation, authority.
Calvin's Biggest Mistake
Why he assented to the execution of Michael Servetus.
The Reluctant Reformer
Calvin would have preferred the library carrel to the pulpit.
John Calvin: Comeback Kid
Why the 500-year-old Reformer retains an enthusiastic following today.
Vacationing with the Pagans
Watching the Beatles in fast-forward reminded me of just how far we've come in four decades.
A Unifying Vocation
Why development work and gospel work cannot be put asunder.
How the ELCA Left the Great Tradition for Liberal Protestantism
There is no authoritative biblical or theological guidance in the church. There are only many voices.
Career Counseling in Church
More congregations launch job-search programs for the unemployed.

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