If you are a Christian, there is a good chance you know someone in the midst of trial. If you are a pastor, that “chance” becomes almost a certainty. Perhaps you are going through your own “fiery trial” at the moment. As Don Carson puts it, “All we have to do is live long enough and we will suffer.” Pastors should always be preparing their … Continue reading How to Help Others Through Trials
Several years ago I attended a one-day pastors conference in Columbus, Ohio. The featured speaker was a pastor from Florida whose church numbered well over 10,000 people. As the day progressed, I grew more and more concerned. This pastor taught church growth principles while sprinkling in some stories, but biblical content was virtually absent. I knew there was going to be a Q & A … Continue reading Is All Truth Really God’s Truth?
President John Stumbo has argued that following General Council 2023, the C&MA is “more Simpsonian than ever.” These comments come in the wake of a Council decision allowing for women’s ordination. But is this true? Does the C&MA of 2023 look more like the early Alliance that was built and shaped by founder A.B. Simpson? Obviously in attempting to answer this question, it would be … Continue reading Is the C&MA Really More Simpsonian?
Shepherd the Flock 