Q&A 1552—Do the “watchman” passages apply to all Christians?
Written on April 26, 2019 at 12:00 am, by Douglas Jacoby
Do the “watchman” passages apply to all Christians? I have heard it preached—and I myself have preached—that when we fail to take advantage of an opportunity to share Christ, the… Read More
Tolerant, Non-judgmental, and Loving: What Do These Have to Do With Discipling Relationships?
Written on April 24, 2019 at 11:53 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Dear Discipleship-first Tribe, Disciples of Jesus are facing a subtle but pervasive challenge in North America right now. Left unchecked, this challenge erodes the convictions of everyday disciples, leaders, and… Read More
The Samaritan Passover
Written on April 23, 2019 at 4:29 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Growing up in suburban Cincinnati, sacrifices were not part of everyday life. I know, some of you are probably shocked by that revelation. Sacrifices were something I read about in the Bible… Read More
2019 BioLogos Conference: Videos
Written on April 19, 2019 at 1:11 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Browse the presentations from the 2019 BioLogos Conference!
State of the Bible 2019: Trends in Engagement
Written on April 19, 2019 at 10:06 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
Each year, Barna examines behaviors and beliefs related to the Bible among American adults, a study conducted in partnership with American Bible Society. In the 2019 “State of the Bible” report,… Read More
Is It a Sin if You Are Homosexually Attracted?
Written on April 18, 2019 at 5:16 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
See why over 100,000 people have attended a Strength in Weakness workshop! SIW HITS THE ROAD Madrid, Spain Guy Hammond May 5, 2019 La Iglesia de los Disćipulos… Read More
5 Ways to Disciple People in Light of Easter Weekend
Written on April 17, 2019 at 2:41 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
I am a senior pastor; I have been one for more than 30 years. So, I know the subtle pressure that can sneak in: to produce, provide and program for… Read More
Q&A 1551—Whatever Happened to the Apostles (after N.T. times)?
Written on April 12, 2019 at 12:00 am, by Douglas Jacoby
We don’t have that much information on the lives of the apostles, apart from a few passages on Peter and John, and of course lots on Paul. But even then… Read More
Stress Mess: 3 In 5 Millennials Say Life More Stressful Now Than Ever Before
Written on April 9, 2019 at 11:27 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
From slow WiFi to broken phone screens to zero “likes” on social media, everyday stressors are causing young adults to have struggles falling asleep 138 nights each year, researchers say…. Read More
How Apologetics Addresses the Six Reasons Why Young People Leave the Church
Written on April 4, 2019 at 5:18 pm, by Sandy Anjilivelil
From Stand to Reason (www.str.org) After a five-year study, Barna Research president David Kinnaman found that 6 in 10 young people leave the church either permanently or for an extended… Read More
Conversion is not your mission, pope tells Catholics in Morocco
Written on April 1, 2019 at 9:34 am, by Sandy Anjilivelil
From Reuters News: Conversion is not your mission, pope tells Catholics in Morocco http://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-pope-morocco/conversion-is-not-your-mission-pope-tells-catholics-in-morocco-idUKKCN1RC0FJ Pope Francis told the tiny Catholic community in predominantly Muslim Morocco on Sunday that their mission… Read More
