What the Media Isn’t Telling You Regarding the Judicial Arguments Over Same-Sex Marriage – this article brings out an aspect of the same-sex marriage argument that I had thought, but never seen articulated. A great read for anyone concerned with same-sex marriage.
Reflections from the Supreme Court Sidewalk – well written review of the circus outside the Supreme Court. Dr Russell also points to how we should react to the wide range of pundits on this issue.
8 QUESTIONS ABOUT PRAYER YOU WERE PROBABLY TOO EMBARRASSED TO ASK – we had a Prayer Conference at my church in May, and these questions were brought up in preparation.
How do I know I am a Christian? These are some good indicators to know if you truly are a Christian. I also want to note there is a difference in being called a Christian and actually being a Christian.
Church links
Eight Common Characteristics of Successful Church Revitalizations – If your church is not deepening relationships and making disciples, then you need to read these 8 characteristics that Thom Rainer points out.
Is Christianity Dying? Russell Moore gives a great description of what Christianity looks like in America and where it is heading.
EVANGELICALISM CONTINUES TO GROW WHILE CHRISTIANITY IN AMERICA DECLINES – here is another article noting the decline in “Christians”. All these tell me is we need to dig our stakes deeper!
Why Plant a New Church in the Bible Belt? – Yes we do need more churches … everywhere.
Seven Things Church Members Should Say to Guests in a Worship Service – sometimes we feel awkward with what to say to guests at church. Thom lays out 7 suggestions that we all should be saying to guests.
The 7 Characteristics of Servant Leadership – whoever is great among us must be a servant.