What does "active ministry" look like in a practical sense? We noticed last week that every person in the Lord’s church should be a contributing member in the work. For most of my life I’ve heard church leaders talking about “The Big 3” ministries in the church. Let’s identify those three things and their primary function to the Body. Benevolence is the heartbeat of a living faith, manifesting as a tangible response to the physical and emotional suffering of others ( Matthew 25:31-46,...

Over my 30 years in ministry I’ve fielded a lot of questions about our modern holidays. Most of us realize that December 25th isn't Jesus’s literal birthday (He was likely born in the spring), and that the date of Easter shifts every year. This often leads to a deeper, more personal question: Is it actually okay for a Christian to celebrate these days? How do we even know which day is correct in celebrating that holiday? The word "holiday" literally comes from "holy day," but the history...

Have you ever wondered what it truly means to become a part of the church? It’s more than just joining a club or attending a weekend service; it’s about a beautiful, life-changing journey guided by God Himself. When we look to the Bible, we see a clear and encouraging pattern of how we can enter into a relationship with Him and find our place in His family. While these are often called the "steps to salvation," they are really milestones of a growing heart, reflecting the same path of...