Why Do Most People Think God Should Let Them into Heaven?
“Hypothetically, if God and Heaven are real, on what basis do you believe God will or will not accept you into Heaven?” This was a question B. Tyler Ellis asked 50 people over a period of two years, and the answers he got surprised him.
The Surprising History Behind ‘Joy to the World’
Did you know that "Joy to the World" was never intended to be a Christmas song? This is one reasons Claire Pfann, Academic Dean at the University of the Holy Land, calls it “one Christmas carol that is unlike all others."
WATCH: How to Share the Gospel with Your Family Members
In a recent episode of “Way of the Master,” Kirk Cameron shared his thoughts on how to share the gospel with your family well, which is very practical advice for the holidays!
What Do You Know About the Doxology?
'The Doxology' could be the most famous hymn sung by Christians throughout the world. But how much do you really know about it?
Rick Warren on the Leadership Qualities of Someone Living Out of the Love of...
What are the leadership qualities of someone living out of the love of God? Pastor Rick Warren says there are three primary temptations every leader faces and three character qualities that are the antidote to those potential pitfalls.
Ruth Graham Opens Up About Feeling Abandoned as a Child
Ruth Graham, daughter of Billy Graham, says pastors are “abandoning their relationship with their children, their responsibilities, really” when they put ministry above family.
Nick Foles Injury: ‘It’s Not About Me!’ NFL Player Says
Nick Foles' injury has cost the Jaguars several weeks of playing without their star quarterback. But according to Nick, it's just another trial in a life dedicated to serving Jesus.
Russell Moore on the Need to Be Aware of True Spiritual Attack
What do you think of when you hear the phrase, "spiritual attack"? In a recent video, Dr. Russell Moore explained some errors Christians make in regard to spiritual warfare, one of which is a tendency to ignore it altogether.
God’s Holiness Preached at Kanye’s Detroit ‘Service’
Pastor Adam Tyson joined Kanye's Sunday Service in Detroit to share a message about God's holiness. Tyson used Isaiah's account of God's holiness to describe how we need Jesus to reconcile us to a holy God.
Jesus’ Answer to Transgenderism: You Must Be Born Again
Sam Allberry contends that one of the painful things Jesus says to all of us (not just those grappling with transgenderism) is that how we have been born is not quite right.
Fuller Streamed a Continuous Reading of the Four Gospels on Sept. 11th
Fuller Theological Seminary’s Fuller Studio hosted a live stream of a continuous reading of the Gospels on September 11, 2019. The stream lasted over...
North Korean Man Shares Story of Pastor Killed Because of the Gospel
A new video from Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) dramatizes the true story of a North Korean man named Sang-chul whose life was changed when he met a pastor in China. This pastor ultimately sacrificed his life to bring the gospel to people living in what is arguably the most oppressive country in the world.
Dolly Parton Adds Depth to New Version of ‘God Only Knows’
The band forKINGANDCOUNTRY has just released a new version of their song, “God Only Knows,” featuring music legend Dolly Parton. Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone say the original version had become “the people’s song” and felt like it needed another voice.
Molecular Geneticist: Faith and Evolution Are at Odds, but Not Faith and Science
Christianity is reasonable, says Dr. Georgia Purdom, who has a PhD in molecular genetics and is a Christian. Purdom also warned Christians to consider the theological consequences of trying to reconcile evolution with the teachings of the Bible.
Russell Moore Exclusive: How to Pastor After the Shootings
In a Russell Moore exclusive interview for ChurchLeaders, the president of the Ethics & Religious Liberty Commission advises church leaders not to give in to the temptation of easily explaining away evil or where God was as a gunman killed innocent teenagers in Parkland, Florida.
Jackie Hill Perry on Why You Need to Be Willing to Share Your Story...
To every Christian, Jackie Hill Perry says, "You need to share your story." In a recent talk, Perry encouraged her listeners to share their stories with others even as she herself modeled the power of doing so.
David Platt: You Didn’t Wear Crosses Around You Neck in the First Century
We see power in the cross of Christ because of the mercy of God working in our lives.
WATCH: Flatirons Community Church Pastor on Why He Needs a Break
Jim Burgen, lead pastor of Flatirons Community Church in Colorado, announced a few days ago that he would be taking a six-month sabbatical. In the video, Burgen expressed gratitude toward the men who were willing to help him see his blind spots.
Chan and Zacharias: Expository Preaching Is the ‘Most Powerful Way’ to Show People Jesus
Ravi Zacharias and Francis Chan believe that if church leaders are going to help the next generation build a genuine faith, it’s crucial they prioritize expository preaching. At the same time, it is just as essential for leaders to communicate truth in love and with compassion.
Pastor: Stop Cohabiting and the Church Will Pay for Your Wedding
A pastor in Texas has challenged cohabiting couples to choose one of three options: break up, get married, or date without living together. The church is willing to pay for the weddings of those who want to get married or pay one month’s rent for those who decide not to marry.
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Evangelicals to Trump: Please Protect the Dreamers
The Christian group Evangelical Immigration Table (EIT) has written a letter to President Trump asking him to intervene in the case of the recipients of DACA, otherwise known as Dreamers.
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Jeff Reed: Actually, Digital Church Is All About Relationships
You might think of digital church as being impersonal. But Jeff Reed says, "The strength of online church is relationships."
