by mcl | Apr 1, 2017 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By John E. Ward The Reality of the Resurrection Christians all over the world recite the Apostle’s Creed, which states, among other facts, “We believe … in the resurrection of the body.” That is a reality based upon the physical, bodily resurrection of Jesus...
by mcl | Dec 5, 2016 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By Father Jonathan Kell Preparing Your Heart for the Season For decades, Christians have become increasingly concerned by the commercialization of Christmas. It seems that each year the stores begin the holiday shopping season earlier and earlier. ...
by mcl | Nov 2, 2016 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By DR. DEAN REGISTER Thanks Living Several years ago a major newspaper featured an article about “Ten Great Places to Give Thanks” during the holiday. The sites included a variety of options from cozy cabins in scenic Jackson Hole, Wyoming, to luxurious rooms...
by mcl | Oct 3, 2016 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By Rob Futral A Light Makes All the Difference “If your church was removed from your community, would anyone notice or care?” This question from a pastor friend in another city gripped me. I realized this was not just a surface question—it was a question...
by mcl | Sep 3, 2016 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By Ligon Duncan We live in a time of odd turmoil and worry. It is not like the Great Depression when there was economic deprivation on a massive scale. It is not like the Second World War when “the Greatest Generation” heroically worked with our allies to...
by mcl | Aug 4, 2016 | Columns, Inspiration, Pastor's Perspective
By Reverend David McCoy As I begin to write this article, my soul is uneasy and my mind is conflicted. I believe that many Christians are searching for peace and resolution regarding the violence that has plagued our cities, towns, communities, and churches. It...