The visible and local church is, of course, the physical churches that we see around us and around the world, as well as the members of those churches. The invisible and universal church, however, refers to all believers everywhere.
Christian Worldview
If truth is relative, then no religion or idea can claim exclusivity because something could be true for one person, but not for another.
A recent nationwide survey completed by the Barna Research Group determined that only 4 percent of Americans had a “biblical” worldview. When George Barna, who has researched cultural trends and the Christian Church since 1984, looked at the “born- again” believers in America, the results were a dismal 9 percent. Barna’s survey also connected an …
It is difficult to reflect on Christ’s suffering. It is a reminder of why He had to die, of his horrific suffering and of the sadness surrounding it. But it benefits us to consider, in depth, his death.
The wonder of God’s plan is that He has reached out to us in love, offering everyone an opportunity to personally respond through Christ. He offers His unmerited favor, or grace, if we will only accept it.
The city council of a Midwestern town announced the date for the long-awaited and controversial meeting. The council would consider the constitutionality of beginning its sessions with prayer. When that night arrived, the chamber was packed with politically-active Christians. After the loud and spirited debate, the council moved on to other issues: parks, schools, street …
Perhaps you’ve seen the survey conducted by the Barna Research Groups, which determined that only four percent of Americans have a biblical worldview. Even more alarming, only nine percent of born-again believers in America have a Christian worldview. Probably you’ve see the devastating results of a secular worldview: broken families, wasted lives and ineffective Christians. …
Simple, practical and fun ways to start—or start again—family devotions that the entire family will connect with.
Who is God? Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going? What am I to believe about myself and the world around me? Since the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic, more Americans are asking these questions. Research shows that 57% of Americans are asking “How can I find more meaning and purpose in my …
Looking at inclusion from God’s perspective
The temptation to replace live church with online settles for a lesser-than version of God’s intention for the local body to gather.
Children have the right to be loved by his or her own married biological or adoptive mother and father. But the trends of divorce, artificial reproductive technology/surrogacy, and same-sex marriage and parenting intentionally robs every child they touch of the daily love from a mother AND father. We might not like this truth but the …
How to respond when people say that all roads lead to God, when you know that opposite belief can’t all be true
While the problem of evil appears complicated, it’s certainly not a theological showstopper. Using Scripture mixed with a healthy dose of logic, you can adequately address your children’s concerns about why does God allow evil?
Dr. Erwin Lutzer describes how socialism is seeping into our nation through critical race theory, cancel culture, and the suppression of free speech, and he encourages Christians to persevere in defending biblical values while exemplifying God’s grace and love. (Part 1 of 2)
Brian Noble, Executive Director of Peacemaking Ministries, describes how conflict can be a force of good or bad in our lives. He shares advice and stories about how we can overcome conflict through humility, overlooking an offense, and responding the ways Jesus did when He faced conflict.
Duck Commander CEO Willie Robertson shares his trademark ‘folksy’ humor to make a serious point – the best leaders are those who follow the leadership principles exemplified in the life of Jesus Christ.
This groundbreaking video series visits the lands of the Bible to reveal more about God’s Word
“The gospel is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes…” Romans 1:16 (ESV)
It’s all too easy to feel as if the needs of the world are too many for any one of us to make a difference, but Charles Mully didn’t let that stop him from taking action to save lives.
