Monday, March 13, 2023

Monday's Catch: 'As the American Church Shrinks, Global Christianity Can Point the Way Forward' And More


As the American Church Shrinks, Global Christianity Can Point the Way Forward
We believe the voices and presence of global Christians represent hope for a new, more faithful future.

Seven Considerations If You Are a Church Member Planning on Leaving Your Church
Thom S. Rainer gives seven things that we should consider before leaving our church.

How To Hear God’s Voice: 5 Things You’re Forgetting To Do
God speaks in as many different ways as there are people to hear him. Here are some of his most common forms of communication.

50 Thoughts on Preaching
Good advice for pastors and lay preachers.

How to Improve Singing Pitch – 7 Great Tips
If you are a singer or working with singers, here are seven keys for how to improve singing pitch.

5 Myths People Spread About Jesus, Sex and Gay Marriage
In his teaching Jesus does make reference to sex between members of the same sex but in a roundabout way. He uses the word, "porneia," which in some versions of the Bible is translated as "fornication." This word, however, has more than one meaning. Fornication is just one of its meanings. At the time of Jesus' earthly ministry it included not only sex outside of marriage but also sex between members of the same sex and beastiality, sex with an animal. The broader meaning of the word "porneia" is often overlooked.

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