By David Faust Numbers are an important measure of success, but they are not the only measure. It’s thrilling to worship with a big crowd and see large numbers of people turn to Christ, but God also works powerfully through small groups, small churches, and one-on-one relationships. What we count isn’t all that counts. During […]
Where you Live—Questions and Activities for Small Groups for April 26, 2015
By Michael C. Mack 1. What is the most important letter you’ve ever received? Who was it from? What was it about? What impact did it have on you? Read 2 John. 2. The word truth is used four times in the first three verses. Why was truth so important for the church of that […]
God’s Beautiful Creation—Just Around the Corner
By Terry Magee I have been to many beautiful places on earth, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, and Yosemite. Those were once-in-a-lifetime trips. God has also provided wonderful places to which I can return over and over. I have two local spots, a state park, and a stretch of the Appalachian Trail I hike regularly. […]
If Heaven Is My Home, Why Save the Whales?
By Claire Kinney I’m a middle school science teacher, so I ask questions for a living. Questions are an important part of my life—I rarely take things at face value, and my faith is no different. So I write this article with a question in mind, one that eats at me and makes me second-guess […]
In The World—April 19, 2015
By Christy Barritt Britain in Favor of Three-Parent Babies Members of British Parliament voted in favor of a bill that paves the way for the creation of three-parent babies who would contain DNA from two women and one man. Some say this is a way of tackling genetic diseases, while others question the ethics of […]
