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Category Archives: Local Church
Antagonist alert (13 red flags)
The presence of one or more red flags does not guarantee that you are dealing with an antagonist. But it will give you fair warning to exercise caution. Continue reading
The body matters to God
7 truths to remind us that the body matters to God. Continue reading
Ministry to widows from Ukraine
The war against Ukraine is leaving in its wake thousands of widows. Church leaders will need wisdom in clarifying needs and mobilizing their churches for effective ministry. Continue reading
Popular misapplication of communion
Communion was never intended to be turned into what the protestant Church has made it over the years. We have turned it into an intense soul-searching effort to find and name unconfessed sin lest we partake as one unworthy. Continue reading
After 36 years as a pastor
Consider what is perhaps the most important lesson for a Church leader. Continue reading
A neglected ministry in the Church
Fellowship is more than unconditional love that wraps its arms around someone who is hurting. It is also tough love that hold one fast to the truth and the pursuit of righteousness. Continue reading
Posted in Church, Church discipline, Church growth, Church Leadership, Church membership, Local Church
Tagged Accountability, church life, Fellowship
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3 things to remember before condemning another
These three warnings take the conversation to the highest possible level. Continue reading
Overly concerned about offending others
Are we too quick to assume we’re in the wrong when we offend others? Is there a way to know which plants have not been planted by the Heavenly Father? Continue reading
Community covenant for those who walk by the Spirit
Give consideration to using this relationship covenant in you family, small group, or Church. Continue reading
Posted in attitudes of unity, Community, Elders, elders in the Church, Fellowship, Flesh vs. Spirit, Fruit of the Spirit, Gospel-centered, Holy Spirit, Local Church, Relationships, Spirit filled, Unity
Tagged church covenant, Fruit of the Spirit, small group covenant, Spirit-filled, spiritual growth, Spiritual guidance
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A big threat to unity in the church
A free resource (for now) on an important subject for churches. Continue reading