Aaron Earls As Christians learn how to coexist with political differences, Simon and Matthew can serve as an inspiration. They were about as opposite politically as two people could be.
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Matt Smethurst At various times in my Christian life I’ve been startled by the ease with which I can jump to conclusions, assume the worst, and demonize those with whom I disagree. In these moments the Lord has often reminded me, sometimes painfully, of a simple truth: Matt, don’t let your zeal for principle eclipse your love for people.
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Thom Rainer I have to admit I view church life differently. In fact, I sometimes scare myself with my rigid attitude. I need to write these words quickly lest I become too comfortable or too complacent. I have five specific prayers. They are for me. They are for my attitude about my church. They are reminders I will need to review constantly...
Read MoreDerrick Lynch Church conflict is an ugly, Spirit-quenching, gospel-obscuring tragedy. Aside from the times where it may be necessary as matters of theology and holiness are at stake, conflict is the result of far more trivial concerns being elevated to crusade-worthy status...
Read MoreThom Rainer On today’s episode, we discuss a post from Chuck Lawless on gossip in the church and four ways to combat it in the church...
Read MoreMichael Herrington Wedding season is here. Are you committed to your church? That may seem like a rather abrupt shift in topics, but they are actually closely related...
Read MoreLore Ferguson Wilbert In the midst of conflict within the local church the first thing we need to understand is that we are never promised a clean, unspotted, unblemished church...
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