Devotional Thought for Today – 02/07/2023

It is often bantered around in Evangelical circles that God does not HATE therefore his followers must not HATE. Yet is this really Biblical Truth? Should we allow Preachers and teachers to gloss over the truth that God HATES Sin and SINNERS? PSALM 97 CONTEXT from Spurgeon’s Treasury of David: SUBJECT. As the fast Psalm sung … More Devotional Thought for Today – 02/07/2023

For Elders, Pastors, and those in Ministry…02/01/2023

Wise Pastors Understand Emotions I’ve lived and pastored near Detroit, Michigan for almost six years now. It’s a city that has rightly earned the moniker “The Motor City.” The automobile industry dominates our economy, and this goes well beyond the Big 3 automakers: Ford, GM, and Chrysler. Thousands of smaller companies supply the Big 3 … More For Elders, Pastors, and those in Ministry…02/01/2023

Research reflects Christian parents’ failures

According to recent data from the Pew Research Center, a minority (35%) of parents emphasize passing their faith on to children. At 70%, the number is significantly higher among evangelicals, but even so, Abraham Hamilton III of “The Hamilton Corner” on AFR says that still means 30% of Christian parents are ignoring a clear directive from … More Research reflects Christian parents’ failures

Why do Some Pastors Deliberately Avoid Teaching Doctrine?

December 30, 2022, Jim Elliff I have been involved in leading churches for four decades, with an emphasis on church planting in the last few years. I’ve also visited and addressed hundreds of churches around the world and have had the privilege of meeting thousands of Christian leaders. Through this time I’ve watched an unintentional … More Why do Some Pastors Deliberately Avoid Teaching Doctrine?