Archives for July 31, 2016

The Present

July 31, 2016 by Cheryl Scott 16 Comments

I like to think of the world ... as a huge and perfectly-directed orchestra with God as the conductor, guiding each of us through His masterpiece. He reminds us when it’s time to come in, when it’s time to boldly crescendo, when it’s time to fade into a soft pianissimo, and when it’s time to simply ... Read More »

The Future of Small Group Ministry

July 31, 2016 by Mark Howell 15 Comments

I don’t know about you ... but I’ve long been intrigued by a somewhat obscure Old Testament reference to the men of Issachar. Tucked away into a long list of those who joined David when he was banished by King Saul, we’re told about the men of Issachar “who understood the times and knew what Israel ... Read More »

Cheryl Scott

July 31, 2016 by Cheryl Scott 1 Comment

Cheryl Scott is a wife, mom, daughter and believer who “follows her bliss” by writing on topics ranging from faith to family to business to baseball. She’s learning to embrace change (a long process!), and she finds joy in encouraging others through her blog FlutteringBy.Me. Cheryl is an economic ... Read More »

8 Signs Of Humility In A Self-Absorbed Culture

July 31, 2016 by Frank Powell 26 Comments

After God's Heart? Recently, I was asked to speak to college students on the topic of Jesus as the better David, the Perfect King. David is a fascinating character, the greatest king in Israel’s history, and arguably the greatest leader in the Bible. VBS stories frame David as a small boy, weak and ... Read More »

Mark Howell

July 31, 2016 by Mark Howell Leave a Comment

I’m the Pastor of Communities at Canyon Ridge Christian Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. I’m also the founder of SmallGroupResources.net, offering consulting and coaching services that help churches across North America launch, build and sustain healthy small group ministries. In addition, I’m ... Read More »

Christians in North Korea “Desperate” to Acquire a Copy of the Bible November 16, 2018
According to Rachel Godwin from World Help, Christians in North Korea are so desperate to get their hands on copies of the Bible that they are willing to risk 15 years in a labor camp or death. Christians in North Korea avoid getting caught reading the Bible. Otherwise, they could end up in a labor […]
Joyce Dimaculangan
REVIEW: ‘Instant Family’ has a great message about foster care, even if it’s not squeaky-clean November 16, 2018
Sometimes, a serious topic is best conveyed on the big screen with a smile and a laugh. That’s because some topics are packed with so many emotions that a drama — and its sober tone — just won’t cut it. That’s certainly true with foster care and adoption, which are the subject of the […]
Michael Foust
Wonderful ‘Wonder’ leads November’s streaming lineup November 15, 2018
Teaching children not to bully is a part of good parenting, but sometimes, it helps to have a good book or movie to make the case. Based on a novel that is read by schoolchildren across America, Wonder does a masterful job in walking a fine line between showing too much bullying and not enough. […]
Michael Foust
Hope Among the Ashes in Northern California November 15, 2018
The Camp Fire in Butte County in Northern California is being logged as the deadliest single fire on record since the 1933 Griffith Park fire in Los Angeles. (AP Nov. 12, 2018). The town of Paradise has been lost and the images we are seeing of the loss and destruction are completely heartbreaking. Yet, there […]
Guest
Are You Passionate? November 15, 2018
Anyone who knows anything about the National Football League is aware that Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach Mike Tomlin is passionate. He is a no-nonsense leader who gets to the point and does not appreciate hypothetical situations or questions. I witnessed this myself on a recent Sunday afternoon when a reporter posed a scenario to him […]
Del Duduit
Locating Light Inside the Tunnel of Loss, Part 1 November 14, 2018
“There is light at the end of the tunnel.” This saying is intended to relieve our angst while experiencing difficulties, reminding us that things will improve. But, what about the Tunnel of Loss that occurs when you lose a child; in some cases, your only child or all your children? The post Locating Light Inside […]
Guest
From Cancer Diagnosis to Earring Empire  November 14, 2018
Sometimes, the worst news becomes the pathway for the best plan. The unexpected detour becomes the road we should travel. Sometimes, we make it up as we go along and other times, life simply makes a way for purpose. And in that “facing it,” something irrevocable changed. Something new. Something God-ordained.” And so it was […]
Eva Marie Everson
Tangible Ways to Thank Our Veterans November 12, 2018
Today America celebrates Veterans Day. Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country in war or peace — although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices. The post Tangible Ways to Thank Our Veterans appeared first on One Christian Voice.
Beckie Lindsey
REVIEW: ‘The Grinch’ is an instant Christmas classic November 10, 2018
As a father of four small children, I’m always on the lookout for kids movies that remain — you know — kid-friendly. And it’s even better if the film includes a few lessons for a post-movie discussion about life. I’ve lost count at the number of “children’s films” that contained questionable adult content. But there […]
Michael Foust