Three Traits of a Church That Glorifies God
The church belongs to God. Its purpose is to glorify him. So in choosing one we should ask whether it is marked by these gospel traits.
The church belongs to God. Its purpose is to glorify him. So in choosing one we should ask whether it is marked by these gospel traits.
Pastors fail. They sin. Others fall, dramatically. Within the local church, then, it should be clear how to raise charges against an elder.
Our age prizes innovation, ambitiously breaking the mould and starting over. But God prizes maintenance and sustainability. Not everything need be novel.
The African church has benefitted hugely from Western support. But there are drawbacks—even dangers—many of us seem completely unaware of.
Would God commend your faithfulness? Have you faithfully held fast to Jesus. The church God commends is the faithful church.