By Michael C. Mack 1. Do you like to garden? What are your favorite things to plant? What is difficult to grow? Read Romans 11:11-24. 2. How is God’s plan throughout history revealed in this passage? 3. What opportunities and hope exist for the Jews? for Gentiles? What warnings should each group consider? 4. The […]
Devotional thoughts on Romans 5:1-11 By Mike Berry Many years ago I attended a Christmas musical at my in-laws’ church. I was excited to go for one simple reason—it was Christmas. I love Christmas. As my family will testify (with rolling eyes and grunts)—I have to be told no to getting Christmas decorations out on […]
By Jacqueline J. Holness Birthed in 1999, Catalyst is a nondenominational organization that defines itself as “a community of change makers” endeavoring to encourage the next generation of church leaders. They hold conferences across the country and offer leadership resources (catalystconference.com). I had the chance to speak with Tyler Reagin, executive director of Catalyst. How […]
By Mark Scott Dad used to say, “The greatest word in John 3:16 is ‘whosoever,’ because that one word gets us into the kingdom of God.” Paul would likely agree. Paul was a Jew, and due to that heritage had ready access to salvation. But Paul was also the apostle to the Gentiles, and due […]
By Melissa Wuske Burundi Woman Awarded for Saving Lives The Aurora Prize, “an international initiative recognizing the power of the human spirit,” gave its most recent award to Marguerite Barankitse. Barankitse witnessed many of her neighbors killed from the Hutu at the beginning of the Burundi civil war in 1993. Barankitse, a member of the […]
