Participating in the work of Christ to draw our young people to himself requires some planning. By Dishon Mills, Pastor, Steele Creek, N.C. Tis’ the season for New Year’s resolutions! As we take down the Christmas decorations, gym memberships go up! The New Year inspires people to examine their lives and look for areas of … Continue reading "We Need a Plan" Read the article
A testimony is a personal account or narrative shared by an individual to express the transformation they have experienced in Christ. Sharing a testimony is a sacred practice that magnifies Christ and celebrates the transformative power of faith. This month’s Church Hack outlines the purpose and impact of giving a testimony as well as best … Continue reading "Church Hack: Testimony Best Practice" Read the article
The who, what, where, and why of the DEI council. By Jeff Broadnax and Dishon Mills What is the Council’s mission? GCI’s National Council on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (or D.E.I. Council) is a fellowship of local ministry leaders who advise the Superintendent of North America on ways to live out the gospel through unity, … Continue reading "National Advisory Council for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" Read the article
It’s not a check list, it’s discerning God’s plan. By Cara Garrity, Development Coordinator GCI’s vision continues to be Healthy Church. What does it mean to be healthy? How do we assess “health”? Is it even appropriate to measure the “health” of our local congregations? I want to take a moment to offer an image … Continue reading "Measuring Church Health" Read the article
Is this concept even possible? Glen A Weber, Central Regional Support Team Over recent decades there has been a great deal of discussion by Christians about the “major sins” of our society – abortion, LGBTQ+, questions of gender and so many more activities of which many Christians disapprove. As a community, the Christian church has … Continue reading "Hate the Sin and Love the Sinner?" Read the article
The season of Epiphany helps us focus on how Jesus helps us love others amid any hurt, anger, or offense. By Daphne Sidney, Superintendent Australasia Is there any worldly philosophy that would tell us to love our enemy? If asked for my coat, that I give the person an extra one? If I am slapped … Continue reading "Loving in the Light" Read the article
The “aha” moments of seeing the Light. There are three “aha” events associated with the season of Epiphany. They are the visit of the Magi (wise men) from the East, Jesus’ baptism by John in the river Jordan, and Jesus’ first miracle of turning water into wine. What is your “aha” moment? The Magi and … Continue reading "Epiphany" Read the article
Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for January 28, 2024 – Fourth Sunday After Epiphany" Read the article
Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for January 21, 2024 – Third Sunday After Epiphany" Read the article
Welcome to this week’s episode, a special rerun from our Speaking of Life archive. We hope you find its timeless message as meaningful today as it was when it was first shared. Watch Listen Download/Subscribe Download Audio Download Video Low Res Video Thumbnail Watch on YouTube RSS Feed Google Podcast Spotify Program Transcript + Discussion … Continue reading "Sermon for January 14, 2024 – Second Sunday After Epiphany" Read the article
