Jesus Christ, the sole Head of the Church, gave to his body the perpetual office of deacon. He did so because he cares for the poor and the needy.…
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For a few people today, an hour or two on Sunday mornings is occupied with public worship, but for most people, the idea that Sunday is the Christian Sabbath—an…
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ChurchConfessionalTheology
Making God in Our Image
Are We Embarrassed by the True and Living God?by Brian Cosby August 3, 2017Growing up, I had what you might call a “little-man” complex. My friends labeled me “Small Fry” at an early age, and I made it my mission to prove…
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ChurchLeadershipMinistryMissionUncategorized
What is the Mission of the Church?
GRN Luncheon 2017by Kevin DeYoung July 25, 2017Each year, the Gospel Reformation Network hosts a luncheon at the PCA’s General Assembly. This year, we were pleased to have Kevin DeYoung as our keynote speaker, addressing the…
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ChurchLeadershipMinistryUncategorized
Why Have Qualified Elders and Deacons?
4 Reasonsby Brian Cosby July 24, 2017I’m thankful that God didn’t leave us to guess about the qualifications of church leaders. Both Titus 1 and 1 Timothy 3 provide some basic traits that should characterize…
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ChurchMinistrySanctification
In a Spiritual Ditch?
Drawing Close to God through His Means of Graceby Jon Payne July 21, 2017Have you ever felt like you were in a spiritual ditch? Perhaps you feel that way right now. Your heart feels cold towards God, His Word, and His kingdom…
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ChurchConfessionalLeadershipMinistryTheology
The Usefulness of the Westminster Confession
With Nick Batzig & Nate Shurdenby GRN July 13, 2017How can the Westminster Standards be used in your local church? How can you and your congregation benefit from their rich and succinct theology for everyday life? Join Pastors…
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ChurchMinistryMissionUncategorized
Why Millennials Need the Church
Reclaiming a Love for the Body of Christby Ross Hodges July 10, 2017Millennial blogger Sam Eaton—citing alarming statistics from a recent Barna survey—declares that millennials are “over church.” Eaton himself admits, “From the depths of my heart, I want to love…
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ChurchLeadershipUncategorizedWorship
Sacred Praise?
A Reflection on Music & Singing in the Churchby Jon Payne July 1, 2017It has often been said that to avoid conflict at family gatherings, it’s best to leave religion, politics, and parenting out of the conversation. Perhaps the subject of church…
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ChurchFamilyMinistryUncategorized
Sisterhood in the Church
Cultivating Christ-Centered Fellowship Among Womenby Christina Fox June 26, 2017I have a dear friend who lives in the opposite end of the country from me. She is so far away, I don’t know when I’ll see her again.…