Church Attendance Increases in New Study—But Can We Trust It?
By Bruce Hillman
05/09/25
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Church Attendance Increases in New Study—But Can We Trust It?

We needn’t fear statistics and studies as palm readings into a certain future. God is God, and his Spirit is alive through his Word.
Because He Lives, He Goes With Us
Donavon Riley
Donavon Riley
05/08/25

Because He Lives, He Goes With Us

Christ does not hide his wounds. He offers them.
A Kingdom Without Smoke: What the Conclave Can't Decide
Seth Moorman
Seth Moorman
05/07/25

A Kingdom Without Smoke: What the Conclave Can't Decide

The church does not await a verdict; she proclaims one.

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Kathy Morales
Kathy Morales
11/29/22

The Theology of Midnights

All our sin and shame is answered for in the death and resurrection of our Lord.
Peter Nafzger
Peter Nafzger
11/26/22

Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 (Advent 2: Series A)

The Lord is coming, that much is certain. He is coming to reign, not only over the heavens, but also over the members of your congregation.
Wade Johnston
Wade Johnston
11/25/22

As We Wait for Them

While the world is full of horizons and endpoints, for Christians, there is always tomorrow, and there are people in that tomorrow waiting for us as we wait for them.
Chad Bird
Chad Bird
11/24/22

The Alpha and Omega of Generosity

It all starts with God; and it all ends with God. He is the alpha and omega of giving and generosity.
Laura Bauer
Laura Bauer
11/23/22

I wanted you to be here too

We ache in eager anticipation as we see Christ in action and as we take in the snapshots of his life, death, and resurrection.
Bradley Gray
Bradley Gray
11/21/22

Refreshment for the Depressed Soul

Help comes for those who cannot help themselves. When we bottom-out and come to the end of ourselves, that is where hope springs.
David Schmitt
David Schmitt
11/19/22

Gospel: Matthew 24:36-44 (Advent 1: Series A)

He cuts into our darkness with words that work like a knife. They awaken us from our routine to a sliver of light. Jesus reigns and He will return.
Wade Johnston
Wade Johnston
11/14/22

A Life Hidden in Christ

You are a child of God. You’re blameless, holy, perfect, and righteous. Don’t feel that way? Too bad. God is greater than your heart.
David Schmitt
David Schmitt
11/12/22

Gospel: Luke 23:27-43 (The Last Sunday of the Church Year: Series C)

As the church year ends, we are not give a vision of Jesus on His throne, ruling over a new creation. Instead, we see Jesus ruling from the cross. His grace comes in the midst of suffering and pain.
Wade Johnston
Wade Johnston
11/09/22

You were and you are

You’re not new because of what you do. You’re new and so you do new things, even in spite of yourself, because of your sinful nature.
Donavon Riley
Donavon Riley
11/08/22

Why Bother to Pray?

Our God is a living God and he listens to our cries for help.
David Schmitt
David Schmitt
11/05/22

Gospel: Luke 21:5-28 (29-36) (Pentecost 23: Series C)

When God does not give you a life free from suffering, He calls you to look for Him in the midst of suffering. There you find Him doing His work, giving you words to speak and promises to hold onto.
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