Monthly Archives: October 2010

It seems such a small point to some, I suppose. Why care whether the Churches of Christ teach faith in Jesus or faith in Jesus’ plan? Well, because the Bible declares that faith in Jesus saves — and nothing else … Continue reading →

I just got my copy of the October 2010 Spiritual Sword. The issue is dedicated to “What the Church Needs.” Phil Sanders contributes an article entitled “Faith in God’s Plan” (pp. 20 ff). I looked throughout the issue for the … Continue reading →

I’ve just learned that Ray Vander Laan is in the process of releasing five more DVDs in his Faith Lessons series. They are available at the Focus on the Family online store. They are not yet available through Ray’s own … Continue reading →

[This is a really long post, but it all fits together as a unity. I'll try to resist posting anything else for a couple or three days to give the readers a chance to work their way through this one. … Continue reading →

I get emails – Jay, Have you written on preacher contracts and job descriptions?  If so, could you direct me there, please.  If not, could you advise me where to find some ideas? I thought sure I had, but I … Continue reading →

I get emails – We are specifically looking at defining the role of small groups in our “process.” Currently, we have done no training of small group leaders, haven’t really reached any type of consensus on the goals and objectives … Continue reading →

I usually limit my commentary to the One True Football Team, but sometimes, matters come to my attention that demand public disclosure. [Author unknown. Or unknowable.]

When I was young (and woolly mammoths ruled the earth), it was customary for churches to have “young men’s leadership classes,” in which the “young men” — being the teenage boys — were trained in how to be leaders in … Continue reading →

Photo / Jason Harless / The Tuscaloosa News It’s been a good weekend. A client of mine called me Saturday morning and offered me Ivory Club tickets to the Florida game. “Ivory Club” means 40-yard line, row 1, in the … Continue reading →

(Eph 3:14-19 ESV) 14 For this reason I bow my knees before the Father, 15 from whom every family in heaven and on earth is named, 16 that according to the riches of his glory he may grant you to … Continue reading →