By Brian Jennings What role does playfulness have in the kingdom of God? The role of play in the life of a Christian is often overlooked and not discussed, but the truth is that healthy playfulness has a huge role in the kingdom of God. Yes, sometimes play can distract from learning. Yes, sometimes play […]
By David Faust If the Bible didn’t say it, we might not dare to think it is true: “God is love.” Can you think of any more important words than those? John summed up God’s character in this theological nutshell, saying it twice for emphasis (1 John 4:8, 16). God isn’t an impersonal force. He […]
By Melissa Wuske Views of Scripture Affect Church Growth A study published by Review of Religious Research found that Protestant churches with more literal views about Scripture were more likely to also be growing. “If we are talking solely about what belief system is more likely to lead to numerical growth among Protestant churches, the […]
By Mark Scott God’s primary identity must become our primary activity. That identity and activity in a word is love. A loving God was all but unheard of in ancient Greece. The false gods they believed in were often more immoral than humans and had to be appeased—not embraced due to their love. But in […]
By David Faust These questions coordinate with Engage Your Faith and This Week with the Word. Sunday School Lesson Text: 1 John 4:7-19 1. What makes you feel loved? What makes you feel unloved? 2. In your own words, tell what “God is love” means. 3. When have you personally experienced God’s love, either by […]
