August, 2008

Is a Church an Organism or an Organization?

Some churches lack administrative leadership desperately needed to multiply the ministry and reach people effectively. …(Continue Reading)

The Dynamics of Jumping Bugs

I’ve been befriending this guy at Menard’s on Mall Dr. I’ve talked to him three different times now and every time I see him he stops to talk.  …(Continue Reading)

Friday's Reflection - Why We Must Preach Christ

I may give you information and make you feel real smart

Or deliver lots of morals and put burdens on your heart
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Tuesday's Tag - Jesus Preached Jesus

Christ was the only preacher who could preach Himself without an ounce of egotism.

Why Only God Can Forgive All Sin

Jesus' claim to be able to forgive sins was another way of saying, "I'm God." That was no small claim and it stirred up reactions of worship and murder. …(Continue Reading)

Is Sexual Orientation Changeable?

Standing in the checkout line at Lowe's hardware store, I overheard an ear-catching conversation between two employees. …(Continue Reading)

When Your Son Gets Beat Up for Being a Christian

This summer I was privileged to spend a week in class with a Canadian pastor by the name of Douglas McGuire. …(Continue Reading)

Saltless or Bright?

I find it interesting that Jesus never told the Jewish nation they to be salt and light. He said, "You are the salt of the earth" (Matt 5:13). …(Continue Reading)

We Want Meat!

"We want meat! We want meat" chanted the angry israelites. "But I gave you manna," said God. …(Continue Reading)

Are the Kids Really to Blame?

Every Tuesday a team of 15-25 people from Calvary Bible Church show up at the downtown park to eat dinner with locals, play music, preach the Word, and talk to people. …(Continue Reading)