Category «Church»

Should The Church Get Involved In Politics?

With a presidential election looming in the not too distant future, we are going to be subjected to a great deal of political rhetoric through the many media outlets. No doubt, we will also have occasion to speak with friends and neighbors about some of these current events.  But just what role should the church …

Gender Equality?

I recently read an article in the “Abilene Reporter-News” and the title was, “Women in the church: moving toward equality.”  That title intrigued me because I found it hard to imagine a church that was just “moving” toward gender equality. You see, I was under the assumption that everyone was familiar with and believed the …

Friends & Family Day

Yesterday was our 15th Annual “Friends & Family Day” at the South Green Street Church of Christ.  I believe it was another great success and an encouraging day for everyone.  We had over 625 present for our morning worship service.  Over the past 15 years we have averaged over 709 in attendance on this day.  …

Top 10 Christian Myths

If  you’re growing, you must be doing something right. One is in good standing with God so long as He can find his name written in the book…The United Church Directory. God wants you to be happy more than he wants you to be holy. Teenagers must have a Youth Minister and be a part …

Jimmy Carter Leaves Southern Baptists

You have probably heard that former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter has recently severed his 60-year ties to the South Baptist Convention.  The reason for his action is that he is accusing the Baptist denomination of subjugating women and attempting to justify it with “a few carefully selected Bible verses.” Former President Carter …