The role of pastor’s wife can be a challenge, but humorist and Bible study teacher Debbie Childers says she’s “thankful for church families who have loved me despite all my mistakes and messes!”
For some churches seeking a pastor, a staff minister who already knows the church’s vision and “the people and their heart” might be the one the Holy Spirit is preparing to lead.
From the moment he stepped into the pulpit, Russell Zwerner brought a vision for the revitalization of Capitol Heights Baptist Church and the city of Montgomery — one life at a time by the power of the gospel.
Making a Difference Mobile proved “true to its name,” and God worked through both small and large churches throughout the month-long effort, said Thomas Wright, executive director of missions for Mobile Baptist Association.
In our noisy world where there are lots of choices to make, churches need to be clear about options and very specific with directions, says church communications strategist Mark MacDonald
Columnist Barbara Eubanks reminds us how baptism signifies a change: “When we are baptized, we are saying that we die to ourselves as our Lord and are raised to give the lordship of our lives to Christ.”
This Sunday, people all over the world will gather to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Easter is a good time to reflect on death, life and eternity, says longtime pastor Bill King.
Regardless of the joy or grief experienced in this life, “for those who have a relationship with Christ, this journey will take us home. That is the greatest promise,” says Christian author and musician Steven Curtis Chapman.
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