How to measure ‘fruit’ in your ministry
- Hannah Ploegstra •
- 14 September 2015
In a previous post, I proposed regarding the analogy of the vine (John 15) that we sometimes mistake our leaves for fruit, thinking that if we’re “getting involved” in ministry, we’re producing fruit. But ministry activities are just leaves—an essential part of the health of our ‘branch’, but not what makes God’s mouth water. Leaves aren’t yummy to him; fruit is.
Hope for ex-readers
- Richard Sweatman •
- 5 September 2018
Did you read Christian books in the past but have long since given up? Don’t despair; here's how you can start reading again.
The art of biblical interpretation: A covenant book
- John McClean •
- 14 August 2015
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.
What your church needs to know about church
- Tara Sing •
- 22 May 2015
People love watching and talking about trends. Trends in the stock market, trends in prices, trends in culture, and also trends in churches. And apparently, the trend for churches in 2015 is not a good one. If the predictions are true, it looks like things are going downhill: Your
Refusing the ‘me first’ marriage: Ten things I’ve learned in ten years of marriage
- Mike Taylor •
- 9 November 2020
Marriage is a gift from God. It is a blessing. But it is also a tool God uses for our sanctification. As it is with the most valuable diamonds, strong and joyful marriages take time and are often forged through great pressure.
A walk with Moses
- Jean Williams •
- 23 February 2016
It all gets swept away. Or perhaps it’s that we are swept away, like pieces of bark on a river, unable to turn back, pressed against snags and stones. The banks slide by; one glimpse, and the things we pass are gone.
Email can be encouraging
- Paul Sheely •
- 23 October 2013
As a pastor, I’m always looking for ways to shape and grow the culture of my church family around the gospel. A small but important part of what I’m doing at the moment is sending out email encouragements to everyone. It's proving to be a very effective tool. Generally
Healed at Last (ebook: .epub or Kindle .mobi files)
- Scott Blackwell •
- 11 June 2014
Separating biblical truth from myth about healing. Ebook file download.
How to continue steadfastly in prayer at growth group
- Ian Carmichael •
- 7 May 2018
Sometimes prayer seems like a joy. But quite often it doesn’t; it feels like hard work and it is tempting to skip it. That’s why Colossians 4:2 is such a useful reminder.
Testing our lifestyle
- Nathan Dempsey •
- 12 January 2023
I talk easily about my family, my hobbies and my job, but I’m often mute when I have an opportunity to share the gospel.
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