Category: Church
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Tips for developing a daily Bible reading plan
I did a survey of people who say that they spend time reading in the Bible everyday. I asked “For people who read the Bible everyday, curious if it’s ever a challenge?” I gave two possible answers There are days where I definitely have to push myself. Nope, never ever a challenge, never fight being lazy…
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5 thoughts on being “all things to all people” in the Christian life
Originally published April 11, 2016 In 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, the Apostle Paul talks about being “all things to all people.” In the rest of the passage, he talks about different groups with whom he demonstrates this. While that passage is not an exhaustive guide to ministry, it provides significant insights into how to reach people…
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“Living Biblically” series an opportunity for conversations about faith
Last night, CBS premiered its new show “Living Biblically” about a man who’s life is suddenly thrown into a crisis when his best friend dies and his wife finds out she’s pregnant. Lead character Chip Curry (Jay R. Ferguson) evaluates his life. He had tried to throw himself into his work as a movie reviewer.…
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Your church is not a restaurant: the mentality of consumerism and its danger to the American church
In America, where we have so many options with everything, every business with which we interact lives and dies on our satisfaction. And we often treat churches in much the same way. Like it’s just another business that we’re patronizing. Where if you’re not happy with a church, if you decide you don’t like something…
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The biggest mistake liberal Christians make
A few weeks ago, the Episcopal diocese in America voted to remove gender pronouns for God in updated versions of their Book of Common Prayer. I think many in our world believe in a gospel of “you’re ok.” I’ve been thinking a lot lately about liberal Christianity. They place a strong emphasis on love. And…
Josh Benner 