By Dr. Barry Thornton Many of us have known men in churches we have attended who exemplified the positive qualities of an elder. These men were not only qualified biblically, but took their calling seriously enough to model positive leadership qualities for others to emulate. I could call several leaders I have worked with […]
By Sam E. Stone This second letter from the apostle Peter to the churches (see 3:1) was probably written around AD 67, not long before his death. Some consider it his “last will and testament.” Knowing what awaited him (John 21:18, 19), he was more concerned about the needs of other Christians than his […]
By Joni Wood Hope seems elusive here on earth. In this life we hope for many things. We hope to lose weight, to find a job, to marry the right person, to enjoy a great vacation, or to get an A on an exam. The list could go on and on. We spend hours […]
By Christy Barritt Transgenders Allowed in Public School Bathrooms According to new rules being enforced in Massachusetts Public Schools, boys and girls who self identify as transgender may now use the public bathrooms, changing rooms, and locker rooms of their choosing. Massachusetts Commissioner of Education Mitchell Chester informed grade K-12 school principals in February […]
By Jerran Jackson A small congregation near ours was served by two elders. One died. No one else in the congregation was ready and willing to serve as an elder. The one remaining elder did not feel right about continuing to serve, because, he said, “The New Testament always speaks about a group of […]
