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Evangelism and Discipleship: Jesus is Not a Used Car

Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:06:15-06:00

By Loren Gjesdal “Let me tell you about the features of this little gem….what would it take to get you in this beauty today?” The traditional car-buying process is almost no one’s idea of a good time. The stereotype is of slick salesmen using high pressure tactics that emphasize benefits, minimizing costs, while pushing for an immediate decision. Some evangelistic techniques have been criticized as little better than selling Jesus like a used car, with the interaction just about as enjoyable for all involved. Is there a better way to think about evangelism other than getting someone to “sign on the dotted line?” [...]

Evangelism and Discipleship: Jesus is Not a Used CarBrian Franks2022-06-30T13:06:15-06:00

Are We Loving Each Other?

Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:07:17-06:00

By Lisa Harp Hinds Are we loving each other? Meeting each other’s needs? How are we modeling Christ? Are we letting fear, frustration, and/or our need for individuality and some measure of control over our own lives get in the way of loving each other? INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE HOLY BIBLE God’s Word contains instructions on how we are to treat each other. In Matthew 7:12, Christ Jesus tells us, “Therefore, whatever you want men to do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets.” In other words, if we want people to treat us kindly, then we [...]

Are We Loving Each Other?Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:07:17-06:00

Building Beautiful Churches for Jesus

Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:08:09-06:00

By Whaid Rose Building Beautiful Churches for Jesus: Why the post-COVID church must redefine itself and its mission. Once upon a time a local church decided to build larger facilities to accommodate its rapid growth. It was a wealthy church, so it spent lavishly in making sure the new campus was the finest in town. Building program complete, an auspicious dedication event was convened. The keynote speaker was a former senior pastor who had national name recognition, which drew community and media attention. But as he arose to deliver his message, the appearance of a giant hand high above the stage—as [...]

Building Beautiful Churches for JesusBrian Franks2022-06-30T13:08:09-06:00

What Millennials Want the Church to Know

Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:08:44-06:00

By Caitlin Meadows What do those currently ages 17 to 40 have in common? They are millennials. That’s a 23 year age gap! Beyond claiming the same generational status, 17 year olds and 40 year olds have little in common. Commenting on this broad age range in her recent article, 6 Reasons I’m Excited to be a Millennial, Amber Riggs notes: As a pioneering millennial 1 I had the opportunity to embrace this label and all of the hopefulness it encompassed and allow it to engender a healthy pride in my generation – a pride that seems to have been harassed out of millennials who stepped into adulthood [...]

What Millennials Want the Church to KnowBrian Franks2022-06-30T13:08:44-06:00

Answering God’s Call: Living for a Greater Cause

Brian Franks2022-06-30T13:09:46-06:00

By Whaid Rose LIVING IN A FALLEN WORLD The sobering reality of life in a fallen world confronts us early in Scripture. In Genesis 4 we find a homicide, and by chapter 6 we read this sad commentary: Then the Lord saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intent of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And the Lord was sorry that He had made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart (verses 5-6). At that point it would have been justifiable for God to wipe the slate clean [...]

Answering God’s Call: Living for a Greater CauseBrian Franks2022-06-30T13:09:46-06:00

7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Leave Your Church

Brian Franks2022-07-12T12:33:36-06:00

By Lisa Harp Hinds Thinking seriously about leaving your church? Maybe you’re tired of other members’ attitudes or you don’t connect with the pastor. Perhaps you feel neglected, like you simply don’t belong. As someone who left my church because of my own issues but later returned, I suggest asking yourself these 7 questions before deciding to leave your church: 1. DOES MY CHURCH FOLLOW BIBLICAL STRUCTURE? Each member of the church has an important role to play. Acts 6 gives us an example of members of the church having different functions. I Corinthians 12 addresses the spiritual gifts, specifically recognizing that each member’s separate gift plays a role in [...]

7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Leave Your ChurchBrian Franks2022-07-12T12:33:36-06:00

5 Reasons I Came Back to the Church

Brian Franks2022-07-12T12:34:05-06:00

By Lisa Harp Hinds If you read “5 Reasons I Left the Church”, you know that, yes, I was one of “those” who had left the church for a combination of reasons. But I came back! Wondering why? Wondering if some of the people who have left your church might return? Wondering what you could do to help them? NUMBER 5 REASON I CAME BACK TO THE CHURCH: SOMEONE WAS PRAYING FOR ME. This is huge, people! I John 5:14-16 tells us, not only can we have confidence in approaching God to ask for anything within His will, but we should pray for our brothers and [...]

5 Reasons I Came Back to the ChurchBrian Franks2022-07-12T12:34:05-06:00

Do You Turn Away From God When You Are Hurting?

Brian Franks2022-07-12T12:34:29-06:00

By Lisa Harp Hinds Have you noticed that it seems so many Christians are turning away from God and the church lately? What makes us do that? Why do we separate from the One and the ones who care about us? First, let’s think of what the church really is. I Corinthians 12: 27-28 tells us that we “are the body of Christ, and members individually. And God has appointed these in the church…..” Verse 28 goes on to list gifts such as apostles, prophets, teachers, administrators, etc. In other words, each of us has a gift and a place to serve. Plus, we need each other [...]

Do You Turn Away From God When You Are Hurting?Brian Franks2022-07-12T12:34:29-06:00

Envision Next

Brian Franks2022-06-27T13:06:29-06:00

Envision Next is an event crafted and presented by Whaid Rose, Director of the Artios Center for Vibrant Leadership. It focuses on the power of the small church to dramatically impact the world through God's mission. You can schedule this event to be presented live in your local church or area. You can read more detail about the event here: Envision What’s Next: A Big Vision for Small Churches - The Artios Center for Vibrant Leadership (artioscollege.org) You can view a recording of this presentation below: A Big Vision for Small Churches - Facing the Future with Hope - YouTube [...]

Envision NextBrian Franks2022-06-27T13:06:29-06:00

Leadership for Such a Time as This

Brian Franks2022-06-30T15:15:49-06:00

Artios produced the webinar "Leadership for Such a Time as This" in April 2020 in response to the global pandemic of COVID-19. The webinar explores how Christian leadership should respond during such challenging times and issues. Elder Whaid Rose, Director of the Artios Center for Vibrant Leadership, presents a philosophy for leadership amid crisis and confusion. The webinar concludes with related discussion featuring Elder Rose and former Co-Directors of Artios Christian College: Amber Riggs and Israel Steinmetz. You can register for free to view the webinar at the following link: https://my.artioscollege.org/en/resources/9#resource *This webinar was made possible by donors who recognize [...]

Leadership for Such a Time as ThisBrian Franks2022-06-30T15:15:49-06:00

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