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“This one moreover shall be supported of the church which has chosen him, wherein he may be in need, so that he who serves the Gospel may live of the Gospel as the Lord has ordained.” Schleitheim Confession, Article 51 … Continue reading Paying our Pastors
Our Favorite Busybody If you are anything like me, the word gossip brings to mind a picture of an older lady with a face that resembles that of Rachel Lynde, the nosy neighbor from Anne of Green Gables. Mrs. Lynde … Continue reading The Sin of Gossip
Looking for new music? Perhaps you’re wanting to expand or change your musical tastes, but feel like you don’t really know what you’re looking for. Maybe you need to be convinced to try new music. That’s why you need to … Continue reading Arise CD Review
Brian sat on the edge of his bed. Tears welled up from inside his deep blue eyes. He was tired of the vicious cycle of fighting and failing. For months, he had been trying hard to defeat the sin pattern … Continue reading The Importance of Accountability
At quarter till twelve, the rambling man of God wraps up his rambling message in front of a distracted, and slightly sleepy, congregation. The congregation rises for one final song and a closing prayer as faithfully as ever. Soon small … Continue reading Pastors and Potroast
West of town sits a magnificent building. Classic red brick. Immaculate landscaping. Gleaming white steeple. Obviously it is a monument to the resources and the industry of its occupants. But it’s not a church, not even a gathering place for … Continue reading Red Brick Heresy
Worldwide Urbanization Headlights flicker from the gridlocked streets, and the cacophony of car horns swells. Sidewalks and storefronts are a kaleidoscope of color. Mothers toting shopping bags and children intersperse with sharply-dressed businessmen, phones pressed to their ears. Here, in … Continue reading Loving The City
“Let’s just say Christianity were true. Just for a moment, imagine with me that Jesus really is God and that he really did die on the cross for your sins and that he rose from the dead. He loves you … Continue reading Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus
I am fond of coffee table books – big, beautiful books with stunning photos and choice words in attractive typography. A book like this can transport me to distant lands, stir compassion for an endangered animal, or let me peer … Continue reading A Call to Combat Materialism with Truth
