Church Health: Spiritual Health

Measuring a Church’s Spiritual Health One the hardest things for a church to acknowledge is that they may not be spiritual healthy. It may be even harder to identify what truly makes a church spiritual healthy or unhealthy. This is due to the fact that many traditions have emphasized different aspects and expressions of spiritualContinue reading “Church Health: Spiritual Health”

Biblical Conflict Management: 10 Principles

Given the number of variables two people bring to the table it is easy to see why conflict happens.  Not all conflict is bad as it can bring out healthy conclusion.  Ultimately, all conflict can be used to glorify God, serve others, and help us become more like Christ.  I consulted with Randy Kamer (myContinue reading “Biblical Conflict Management: 10 Principles”

Five Reasons for Going to Youth Camp

As summer approaches youth camps across the globe will commence.  From sports camps, band camp, church camps and many in-between.  For those thinking about attending for the first time there can be some intimidation.  Sometimes even the question, “Why should I go?”  As an experience camper, camp counselor, and camp supervisor, I can tell youContinue reading “Five Reasons for Going to Youth Camp”

The Preacher and the Preaching.

Preaching is the leading way that the Lord has chosen for the Gospel of Jesus to be spread.  Even though to the world preaching such things, as the cross, are foolish, the people of God know otherwise.  It is through faithful preaching of the Gospel message that individuals are saved.  The necessity of preaching hasContinue reading “The Preacher and the Preaching.”