The Editor’s Desk by Shawn McMullen Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ (Galatians 6:2). Throughout my ministry I’ve encouraged individuals and couples to seek guidance from professional Christian counselors when a personal crisis or life situation required more guidance than I had to offer. I’m […]
House calls
Another Look by David Faust We called him Dr. Anderson. I couldn’t tell you his first name. I just remember he wore a tie and carried a black bag. Dr. Anderson was my family’s M.D. back in the Dark Ages when doctors actually made house calls. He didn’t come to our home often, and that […]
The NACC: a fresh look at the Great Commission
The Editor’s Desk by Shawn McMullen One month from now thousands of Christians from across America and around the world will gather at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio (July 5-8) for the 72nd annual North American Christian Convention (NACC). We’ve adopted this year’s NACC theme, “Unleashed: The Church Turning the World Upside […]
Stronger than stones
Another Look by David Faust I’ve heard some disturbing sermons, but I’ve never seen the congregation throw rocks at the preacher when the sermon ended. That’s what happened to one of the great figures in the book of Acts. Known as the first Christian martyr, Stephen was “full of faith and of the Holy Spirit” […]
Two lions
Another Look by David Faust It’s a jungle out there. No wonder the king of beasts captures our imagination. You can buy a cute stuffed lion for your baby, or listen to the lions roar at the zoo. You can join a service organization called the Lion’s Club, watch The Lion King movie, and cheer […]