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What Is a Non-Denominational Church, and Is It Right for You?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

On any given Sunday morning people will gather around the world in all different types of churches. Included in this menu of churches is what are known as non-denominational churches. In short, non-de...

A Timely Warning from the Laodicean Church to Us Today

Michael Jakes

Because this church so closely mirrors the mindset and character of today’s church, we should all pay very close attention to Christ’s words and warning to them. The Lord’s message to this church is a...

6 Destructive Trends Happening in the Church Right Now

Jared C. Wilson

Brothers and sisters, we ought to recover the roots of real Christianity before those who care are too few to do anything useful about it. Part of that recovery will involve identifying some of the fa...

It’s Time to Recommit to Your Local Church

Frank Santora

“And He is the head of the body, the church” (Colossians 1:18).The past two years have truly been a time of testing and stretching for the church of God. Congregations which had not previously develop...

Why Serving is Not Enough

Jarrid Wilson

You serve at your local Church over 40+ hours a week, unpaid. You are involved in multiple ministries.You always arrive early and make sure to stay late. You help collect tithes and offerings. You ser...

Why Was Origen Important to the Early Church?

Lori Stanley Roeleveld

As early church leaders go, Origen was one of the most colorful and influential, leaving a legacy that is still debated today. Here is why Origen mattered to church history, and why he still matters t...

Does It Matter How My Pastor Dresses on Sunday Morning?

Ashley Hooker

It is obvious that God likes variety because he made us in a variety of hair colors, skin colors, heights, talents, and personalities. The church should look like that too. Not all people will like or...

Protecting Your Pastor's Marital Fidelity

How can the church walk alongside its pastor to help him keep his marriage vows with joy?...

Why Unity is Important for America (and the Church)

Ronnie Floyd

[Editor’s note: The following is adapted from two articles by Ronnie Floyd, published on RonnieFloyd.com. Used with permission.] People need each other. Following having a relationship with G...

How Does the Bible Say We Should Worship?

Clarence L. Haynes Jr.

Many people love singing in church. Some churches are known and defined by the quality of their singing or the vibrancy of their praise and worship. Have you ever stopped to consider what the Bible sa...

How Are Women Uniquely Equipped to Serve the Church?

Lisa Loraine Baker

If we all take a good look at what is happening within our churches, we’ll most likely hear, read about, and see groups of women focused on numerous tasks. Both women’s and men’s activities within the...

10 Bible Mothers Who Changed the Church

Sue Schlesman

The fact that a mother’s influence is a powerful force over the destinies of her children is undeniable. While the Bible is filled with snapshots of courageous women, no mother is held up as a specifi...

Acts: The Remedy for "Irrelevant" Church

In our day one of the nicer things said about the institutional church is that it is “irrelevant.” The book of Acts carries the remedy....

What Is a Deacon?

Dawn Wilson

Deacons assist the pastor in a number of ways. This might include helping in programs involving the educational interests of the church, or in evangelistic, missionary, or charitable outreaches. ...

What Is Amillenialism?

Amillennialism is one of the three major views of Bible prophecy, but what exactly does it mean? ...

7 Ways to Honor Your Pastor’s Wife

Ron Edmondson

Many pastor’s wives are facing burnout, a sense of loneliness, and some even struggle to come to church. That should not be. Here are 7 ways you can offer real encouragement....

Why Do We Go to Church?

Heather Adams

God calls us to this “holy habit” for several vital reasons. He designed us to live in relationship, with Him and with other believers, and church is where we celebrate how God works in and around us ...

Who Is the Bride of Christ?

Jessica Udall

All the great love stories of the world echo this greatest of love stories. And just like a good husband acts, God’s actions towards the Church are always full of love....

Prayers for Our Church Leaders

Alicia Searl

 The enemy may be trying to take a stronghold, but he is powerless when we fight back with our most powerful weapon—prayer!...