Characteristics of a healthy church include respected leadership, supportive elders, bold preaching, meaningful worship, compassion for the hurting, and a commitment to evangelism. These traits lead to transformative impact and spiritual vibrancy.
New Day Christian in Port Charlotte, Florida, has grown into a thriving multi-site church with intentional preaching and congregational singing. They conquered financial challenges by raising $1.6 million, providing a spiritual refuge and aid hub during crises.
Small-town churches like Ninevah Christian Church in Kentucky and Carpenter's Christian Church in Harrodsburg have experienced remarkable growth and are making a significant impact by reaching hundreds to thousands of people.
God uses both large and small churches. Compassion Christian Church thrives through faithfulness to the Gospel, community reflection, trend discernment, long-term ministry, and evangelism-inspiring discipleship and missions.
What makes a healthy church? First Baptist Church of Jacksonville, Florida is a case study.
Hikes Point Christian Church illustrates several timeless truths about healthy churches. Here are a few of those truths.
Since retiring from local ministry in 2006, I’ve had the privilege of preaching in countless churches, both large and small. What I’ve seen has been overwhelmingly encouraging. With a few exceptions, I’ve been reminded again and again that the Lord’s church is alive, well, and making a difference in people’s lives.
Through the family, God designed a framework for security, accountability, and the fulfillment of His creation.
One day, a group of Pharisees criticized Jesus because His disciples didn’t follow their traditions.
“For America to survive, we need a spiritual revival.” That is something many believe, and I agree. But the question is, what’s first needed for revival?
As we mature in Christ, we realize that this world is empty. We work hard for and hold tight to things that will only pacify us for a short time.
I'm 81 years old, and I’m probably more joyful than ever. I laugh more and enjoy life more than ever.
Fear has a way of paralyzing most of us at one point or another.
Sinful pride is an inflated sense of importance. The Bible calls it thinking too highly of oneself. We often identify it as arrogance or egotism.
What is the difference between being a judge and being a fruit inspector?
I am always disappointed and sad whenever I learn of a pastor’s spiritual failings.
Christian fathers should be intentional about passing along a spiritual blessing to their children. Here are five practical suggestions on how to do this.
How reassuring it is to know that we can never be beyond God’s watchful eye.
Nineteen years ago, when I retired from a 40-year ministry at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, Kentucky, I decided to dedicate the next chapter of my life to encouraging other pastors.
None of us are guaranteed 70 or 80 years of life. While our lives could be potentially long, they can also be unpredictably short. What are we to do with this?
