Calvary, Not Bethlehem
It happened almost 2,000 years ago, but the residual effect is still with us today. Every time we partake of the Lord’s Supper we are reminded of that moment in history when the sins...
You Should’ve Seen What Happened on Sunday
The view from the pulpit is often interesting. People are so used to watching unresponsive TV and computer screens that they forget preachers can see them! After a while, the unexpected becomes commonplace, and...
Things about the Church of Christ That Surprise People: Communion
Communion is a part of worship every Sunday. Those who are unfamiliar with the church of Christ, after a few visits with a congregation, have been heard to say, “You know, the one thing...
I’ll Have to Miss These Sundays
I know worship is important, but I need to miss sometimes. I think I should be excused for the following reasons . . .
Worship of Entertainment?
In our entertainment-oriented culture, many churches find themselves trying to out do themselves with more and more elaborate additions to worship.
Three Barriers to Answered Prayer
It is known within the Virginia State Highway Patrol that sometimes officers sneak away for a game of golf. One officer had forgotten which course his friend said to meet him. When he called...
10 Guidelines for the New Year
In your relationship with . . .
GOD: Be prayerful. Remember dependence and helplessness in your relationship with God are prerequisites for spiritual health. How about a thorough spiritual check-up this year? (2 Corinthians 13:5).
OTHERS:...
What to Expect on Your First Visit
A warm welcome, but not a twenty-question interrogation. We know the value of low-key.
A simple service—no showy production—just ordinary people offering God sincere worship.
Communion with the Lord. We take the Lord’s supper every Sunday,...
Coming Into God’s Presence
“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9
Because the Jews had defended it so fanatically, the Roman general Pompey was anxious to see what was in...