Scripture Readings: Isa. 53:4-12; Ps. 91:9-16; Heb. 5:1-10; Mark 10:35-45 Sermon by Martin Manuel from Isaiah 53 Jesus: The Suffering Servant Introduction Though most Christians know that the New Testament is all about Jesus, fewer are aware of the prominent place Jesus has in the Old Testament. We see that place in our reading today … Continue reading "Sermon for October 21, 2018" Read the article
Here is the Prayer Guide for September (click on the image to download): Read the article
Grace Communion Seminary President Gary Deddo continues the series started last month, now looking at how the church can facilitate worldview conversion through a process of whole-life discipleship. Defining the issue Sadly, in the post-Christian Western world, many Christians have (often unknowingly) adopted a worldview that is largely secular—one that yields non-Christian perspectives on the nature … Continue reading "Worldview Conversion: Whole-Life Discipleship" Read the article
GCI Caribbean Nations Mission Developer Charles Fleming continues the series begun last month, now looking at the role the church has in facilitating a process that leads to worldview conversion. How can we, under-shepherds of the Great Shepherd Jesus Christ, help our members understand the need many of them have for the conversion of their personal … Continue reading "Worldview Conversion: The Role of the Church" Read the article
Here from the GCI Venue Resources is an infographic that shows how to use a connection card in you congregation as a tool for connecting with visitors and guests who attend your worship services and outreach events. The infographic provides a template to use in producing a locally branded connection card (click on the image below to … Continue reading "Healthy Church: Connection Card" Read the article
A vital aspect of realizing our vision for Healthy Church is having in place what we call R.E.A.L. Teams. For details, check out the infographic below (click to enlarge). We encourage you to discuss this information with your leaders to help you grow in the practice of team-based ministry. Read the article
Dear Pastors and Ministry Leaders, I’ve been emphasizing our need to work together to take the micro-steps necessary for us to realize our macro-vision of Healthy Church. As Jesus said, “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much” (Luke 16:10). In conversations with GCI leaders around the globe, I’ve been … Continue reading "From Greg: Let’s Be Sponsor-Mentors" Read the article
Scripture Readings: Job 23:1-8, 16-17; Ps. 90:12-17; Heb. 4:12-16; Mark 10:17-31 Sermon by Ted Johnston (From Mark 9-10, drawing on commentary from New Bible Commentary, Bible Knowledge Commentary, and Mark for Everyone by N.T. Wright) The High Cost of the Kingdom Introduction Today’s reading in Mark 10:17-31 falls within a section that spans Mark 9:14-10:52. … Continue reading "Sermon for October 14, 2018" Read the article
This issue addresses both Healthy Church and Worldview Conversion, with articles on mentoring, team-based ministry and whole-life discipleship. From Greg: Let’s Be Sponsor-Mentors Greg Williams addresses a vital step in our journey toward Healthy Church-–providing sponsor-mentors for new, younger leaders. Healthy Church: R.E.A.L. Teams (part 1) Here is an infographic that looks at team-based ministry—a key aspect of … Continue reading "Healthy Church: Key Aspects" Read the article
Scripture Readings: Gen. 2:18-24; Ps. 8; Heb. 1:1-4; 2:5-12; Mark 10:2-16 Sermon by Lance McKinnon (from Hebrews 1:1-4) No Comparison In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir … Continue reading "Sermon for October 7, 2018" Read the article
