In the ancient world, a covenant established a relationship of solidarity and loyalty. It was based on solemn promises, sealed with signs, and often regulated by a covenant document (the book of Deuteronomy is the fullest example in the Bible). The covenant document came from the lord of the covenant, stating who he was and how the relationship with his people had been established, and giving the conditions of the relationship.
One of the marks of a Christian is practising hospitality. Whenever it’s mentioned in the New Testament, it is assumed as a staple part of the Christian life. However, lots of people don’t show hospitality to others.
The right books can remind us of who God is and what he has done, and keep our eyes on the eternal prize that has been laid up for us.
Darren Waters ponders the difference between regret and repentance.
People whose generosity changed the world (Hardback, cloth bound edition)
Nothing shakes a growth group up like new members, but what if those new members are non-Christians? How should you lead in that situation? How do you manage the good things and the difficulties?
If as Christians all we have to share online is how great or memorable parenthood or our children are, it’s not helpful for us or others.
In the Anglican Church, October 16 is set down as the day for the remembrance of the Reformers and Martyrs of the English Reformation. It is a commemoration of the three hundred or so men, women and children of the Church of England who were burned at the stake
It can be hard for Christian pastors, whose full-time job is dominated by contact with Christians, to meet non-Christians, but it dawned on me that one of the best options I had was right on-site.
I have been thinking a lot about counseling lately. I suppose as we move to the post-Christmas season people tend to get a little depressed. When they get down they tend to fight with family members. When they fight with family members they tend to call me. Somehow people want