God changes the world through Spirit-led movements, but movements are paradoxical. On the one hand, movements come from God: We can’t manufacture them or simply declare something a movement and make it one. That’s why Jonathan Edwards called the Great Awakening “a surprising work of God.” On the other hand, movements don’t just happen: historical accounts show that movements happen through human intentionality, prayer, and action. God births movements in moments when people recognize a need and step forward in faith.
Nearly a third of Evangelicals didn't donate to church, charity in past year: study
The share of Evangelicals who have donated to their church has dropped in recent years, with nearly one-third saying they didn't donate to a church or charity within the prior 12 months, according to a survey.
Ican be a grouser and complainer during the weeks leading up to Christmas. At no other time of year do I find my inner being quite so much at odds with what’s going on in the secular culture. But even I must admit that there is a certain mystique to it all. The “Christmas spirit,” however we think of it, does encourage us to look for the best in one another, which is remarkable precisely because most of the time we tend to see the worst in each other.
Keep Bible Reading from Being Rude
Don't ghost God. Respond in prayer.
Happy New Year! Today, many of us are evaluating our routines, hoping to make improvements for 2025. A new year is an ideal time to take inventory of our prayer lives – both individually and corporately – which is why I want to encourage you with some ways to grow in prayer in this new year.
See also: Are you ‘Practising the Presence of God?’How Has Technology Affected the Church?
Recent technological advancements have profoundly impacted virtually every aspect of life, including the American church. From online services to social media outreach, technology has created opportunities for connection and growth that previous generations could scarcely imagine. However, it has also introduced challenges that test the spiritual and relational health of congregations. The question remains: how has technology affected the church? Has it helped or hurt the American church? The answer is nuanced, revealing both benefits and pitfalls.
2025 Updates for AI and the Church
Can anyone really provide an update on AI? It is moving too fast for most of us. Jess and Thom try to keep local churches updated on the AI issues that could most affect them.
6 Ways to Use Your Pastor’s Sermons for Online Small Groups
Many of our Small Groups have experienced much change (and so quickly) in the recent weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While some of you may have a love-hate relationship with technology, it sure is proving to be a blessing in these days and times. Our online Small Groups can connect and “see” one another virtually, using various online platforms. While there are many different studies available for online Small Groups to use, this is also a great opportunity for you to use your pastor’s sermon, and find ways incorporate it into your Online Small Groups.
Nurturing our relationship with God
In the same way that plants need the right conditions, such as water, sunlight and even a soil rich environment to grow, we too as Christians need the right environment.
A Primer on Roman Catholic Apologetics Targeting Evangelicals
n the late 19th century, liberal theology predicted the end of apologetics as the child of an entrenched, defensive, and doctrinaire faith. It was wrong. Apologetics is alive and well, especially on the web, where initiatives aimed at comparing different interpretations of the gospel (e.g. Roman Catholic, Orthodox, evangelical) flourish.
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