Coronavirus crisis — Why some churches are defying bans on gathering

By Lauren Green | Fox News To defy or not to defy: For most houses of worship, it’s not even a question to consider, as they shutter their doors and switch to online services to thwart spreading the coronavirus. But not all have complied. On Friday The River at Tampa Bay Church in Florida was still planning to hold … More Coronavirus crisis — Why some churches are defying bans on gathering

Guidance for Churches and Religious Institutions Facing Coronavirus Restrictions on Gathering

As more and more cities, counties and even some states are passing more and more restrictions on gatherings and travel in what I believe is a well intended effort to combat COVID-19; we can not forget there exists a freedom of religion in this country that is found in no other. That being said we, … More Guidance for Churches and Religious Institutions Facing Coronavirus Restrictions on Gathering

Some More Thoughts on COVID-19 From the Past

When the Deadly Outbreak Comes: Counsel from Martin Luther lessons in the dreadful circumstances connected with the bubonic plague (Black Death), which devastated Europe in the 14th through 16th centuries. REFLECTIONS BY FRANCIS J. GRIMKÉ ON THE 1918 “SPANISH FLU” This is the Finger of God! J.C. Ryle, written during the Great Cattle Plague of England, … More Some More Thoughts on COVID-19 From the Past

How Do Americans Feel About the Church Experience?

The “Church Experience” is the core issue here for me. We go to church because we are commanded to have fellowship with like minded believers  Heb 10:25. You can note be part of the Universal (greater or world wide church of God without being part of a smaller church of God; every New Testament letter … More How Do Americans Feel About the Church Experience?

COVID-19 and the Church

BACKGROUND: Two days ago I posted the following on Facebook:  Dustin Benge @DustinBenge – You’re not sinning for canceling your worship gathering tomorrow and you’re not holier if you’re having a worship gathering tomorrow. However, you will be sinning if you do not preach Christ. Much changed in 24 hours that has led to my … More COVID-19 and the Church