Category: Church Issues
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Biblical Basis for Shared Leadership in Churches
A biblical and pastoral case for shared leadership in the local church As I’ve studied Scripture and grown as a pastor, my view of church leadership has changed. I used to assume that every church had just one pastor. I thought others on staff or in leadership were assistants, but not pastors themselves. However, I’ve…
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Why Reformation Day Matters
Each year on October 31, we celebrate Reformation Day, commemorating the day in 1517 when Martin Luther, a German monk and theologian, nailed his 95 Theses to the door of the Wittenberg Church. His bold actions set off a movement known as the Protestant Reformation, a call to return to Biblical teachings and a faith…
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Why Local Baptist Associations Are Essential for Advancing the Gospel
The recent annual meeting of the Pottawatomie-Lincoln Baptist Association (PLBA) was a true testament to the strength of cooperative ministry and the power of local associations in advancing the gospel. From the inspiring preaching of Jerry Gray and the vision shared by PLBA Associational Missions Strategist Dr. James Wilder, to the keynote address by Dr.…
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Reaching Our Neighbors with the Gospel
In God’s providence, I ended up having a good spiritual conversation with another neighbor whom I then invited to church—all because I showed up with evangelistic intent at a place where my neighbors were gathered.
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The Foundation of Discipleship is Strengthening Families
In the grand tapestry of God’s design, family stands as the cornerstone of discipleship. Long before the establishment of the church, the family unit was instituted by God Himself as the primary vessel for nurturing faith, shaping character, and passing on His truth from one generation to the next. Today, I want to delve into…
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Building Stronger Relationships
As the leaves change their hues, and the air grows crisper, we find ourselves in autumn. October’s combination of changing seasons, upcoming holidays, and opportunities for reflection make it a favorable time to focus on building and restoring relationships. It’s a season of transition, gratitude, and preparation for the coming year, making it an ideal…
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Back to School: Navigating Education with Faith
As the summer comes to a close and the school bells ring once more, it is time for our students, teachers, and parents to embark on a new academic journey. The start of a new school year is a crucial time for each member of our community, and we at Chandler Southern Baptist Church join…
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Embracing the Transition: A Summer of Spiritual Growth
As we find ourselves amidst the scorching summer days, we can’t help but look back with gratitude on the incredible events and moments we’ve shared as a church family. With the summer events drawing to a close and the new school year on the horizon, we have so much to reflect on and anticipate together.…
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The Inspiration of Scripture
if the prophets and the apostles solely wrote on their own, then the Bible is merely a human document that may contain errors. The Bible may merely be ethical teachings and history, but not the full word of God. The Bible may contain the word of God but not be the word of God. This…
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The Authority of God and His Written Word
The authority of the written word rests on the authority of the one who gives it. Let’s look at the authority of God, the authority of His written word, and the authority of those who wrote it down.
Joel McReynolds 