Articles

Article Praying with Children
- By Elaine Ward
- Posted on August 18th, 2011
Prayer is our relationship with God. As we help children talk with God, we teach them about God. Having someone reliable beyond ourselves to whom we can turn and talk and listen …
Article Erasing Hell and More
- By Francis Chan
- Posted on August 17th, 2011
It seems like everyone is talking about hell this year, and Francis Chan weighed in on the subject with a new book, Erasing Hell: What God Said about Eternity and the Things We…
Article John Q. Goes Alternative
- By John Q. Visitor
- Posted on August 17th, 2011
Just as secret shoppers help retailers know what real customers are experiencing in their stores, John (or Jane) Q. Visitor offers the real view from the pew in congregations…
Article Worship Elements: September 25, 2011
- By Shelley Cunningham
- Posted on August 17th, 2011
Color: GreenScripture Readings: Exodus 17:1-7; Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16; Philippians 2:1-13; Matthew 21:23-32 Theme Ideas What does being a servant look like? Philippians describes…
Article Sermon Starter: Church Unity
- By Betty Jane Young
- Posted on August 16th, 2011
Scriptures for Sept. 25, 2011 Exod. 17:1-7; Ps. 78:1-4, 12-16; Phil. 2:1-13; Mt. 21:23-32 In the letter to the Philippians, Paul is appealing for unity among the Christians at…
Article Getting in the Groove
- By Diane C. Olson
- Posted on August 16th, 2011
I’ll attempt to stay within reasonable bounds in describing some ways you can ready yourself and your teaching space for the fall season. Start With Yourself Take some…