What are the needs ex-vangelicals demonstrate that we are not meeting today? 

It ought to be a natural and loving response to want to serve the One who saved us from our sins. Romans 12:1-13 tells us that we should make our whole selves available to God in self-sacrificial service and, in humble co-operation with other fellow Christians (each using their own talents and spiritual gifts), be united in our efforts to see the work of the church continue and flourish.

The Salvationist’s theology of creation care is like a three-legged stool, focusing on our relationship with God, with each other and to the earth. Damage, breakdown, brokenness and loss to any one of the three legs must be repaired so that the stool can function for the purpose it was created.

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What does it mean to recognize the Word of God as the standard by which we live in and live out Christian faith? Major Kevin Metcalf helps us see the importance of the Bible in living a Christ-centred story.

No single generation is most important in the life of a congregation or within an organization. While each age demographic will exhibit its own preferences, ideas and definitions of ministry, people of all ages are equally important and valuable to congregational life and God’s kingdom work.

When all has been said and done, this season called generativity—guiding the next generation—is one to give away all that has been gathered, the treasures and the resources, as well as the wisdom learned over the years.

Embracing stability means growing where you’re planted, even if you’re not overly pleased with the location.

In these days, we cannot deny the grief and loss that so many are experiencing. As we approach Easter, we are reminded that grief and loss go together with vision and hope because they are the story of the cross and Christ’s Resurrection.

If William Booth gave his “I’ll Fight” speech today, what would he say?