The Real Christian Divorce Rate
(On Mission Magazine, Summer 2007, Pastors’ Edition) “It’s commonly believed Christian marriages end in divorce just as often as non-Christian, but according to a recent survey by the University of Connecticut’s Bradley Wright, this is not true. Christians, especially those who frequently attend church, have relatively low divorce rates. The divorce rate among Christians who
Evangelism vs. Outreach
(On Mission Magazine, Summer 2007, Pastors’ Edition) “A new Ellison Research study finds 39% of U.S. pastors aren’t highly interested in offering more community outreach programs. They prefer to focus on their own congregation and on spiritual needs rather than physical needs. When asked what was holding their church back from being more involved in
Volume 07, Issue 11
Youth For Christby Michael Catt Warren and Betty Wiersbe just returned from a reunion of over 100 who served in Youth For Christ in the early days. When you think about the impact of Youth For Christ nationally and internationally, it can only be explained by the power of God. The Reunion was held at
Do You Know?
Phillips Brooks, bishop and preacherJanuary 23, 1893 (From the Episcopal Calendar) Phillips Brooks is best known today as the author of “O Little Town of Bethlehem.” Former generations, however, accounted him the greatest American preacher of the nineteenth century (and not for lack of other candidates). His sermons are still read. He was born in Boston
From Tyndale to Madison
– Michael Farris From Tyndale to Madison, How the Death of an English Martyr Led to the American Bill of Rights, Broadman & Holman “A sweeping literary work that passionately traces the epic history of religious liberty across three centuries, from the turbulent waning days of medieval Europe to colonial America and the birth pangs
Financial Relief for Single Parents
– Brenda Armstrong Financial Relief for Single Parents: A proven plan for achieving the seemingly impossible, Moody Publishers Speaking from personal experience as a single mom who’s been there, Armstrong offers biblical insight and advice about:– making the most out of your money when shopping for clothes, groceries and more– understanding career goals– simple steps for
Discerning the Voice of God
– Priscilla Shirer Discerning the Voice of God: How to Recognize When God Speaks, Moody Publishers A follow up to her book, He Speaks to Me, Shirer helps readers become acquainted with the voice of God and teaches them how to discern the signs of His speech. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and
Recovery Ministries
These websites will help equip your church to start a recovery ministry: www.nacronline.comResources for Christians recovering from addiction, abuse or trauma www.fullerinstitute.orgAcademic programs related to recovery ministry www.clergyrecovery.comResources for religious professionals in recovery 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
A Troubling Remembrance
by Vance Havner “But as for you…” (1 Tim. 4:5) 1. “I remembered God, and was troubled…” (Ps. 77:3).2. When I remember how holy God is and how sinful I am, I am troubled.3. When I remember how good God is and how unthankful I am, I am troubled.4. When I remember how busy God
"It's a value system, a belief system." - Whole Foods Markets Inc. co-founder John Mackey, telling The Wall Street Journal that the "organic-food lifestyle" is not a fad "any more than Christianity is a fad for Christians."
Values
"Almost all moral education is indoctrination. It's the reason we have public schools." - U.S. District Judge Mark Wolf on a lawsuit brought by Massachusetts parents who object to their 5-year-old son being taught in kindergarten to approve of homosexuality. The school district they are suing has asked Wolf to dismiss the lawsuit.
Education
"Our greatest value is to reproduce ourselves in the lives of others. When you leave behind a vibrant Christian who knows his calling and his commission, you can be buried but you will live on through all those in whom you have been reproduced." - Jerry Falwell
Discipleship