This year, this short booklet was given as one of the free books at Shepherds’ Conference. I was delighted to see a book on ecclesiology and thought it’d be a great to give a short book review. Here are my thoughts on Sam Allbery’s, “Why Bother with Church: And Other Questions about Why You Need … More Book Review: “Why Bother with Church?” by Sam Allberry
Our church’s 20th anniversary was this past Sunday, and I was pondering on what to blog in light of such an occasion. I thought it would be helpful to give several reasons for church membership and involvement. Since the local church has been so instrumental in developing my love for God, I hope that you would not deprive yourself … More Why Every Christian Needs a Local Church
Several churches gathered together this past weekend at a place called Victory Ranch near Moreno Valley. There was good food, great fellowship, and fun activities that kept everyone moving all weekend. But what made this camp so encouraging was the teaching of the Scriptures. The focus of the lessons was based on the study of Ecclesiology, or the … More AFC Family Camp 2014: Ecclesiology (The Church)
This past weekend we had the privilege of teaching at a joint retreat of four churches. Myself, Pastor Felix, and Pastor Micah covered topics regarding the church’s current state and future. As part of our responsibilities to teaching and preaching some were also asked to prepare a short devotional for camp attendees to read. Below … More A Short Devotional on Church Unity & Purity
WHY I LOVE HYMNS The following are some simple reasons for why I love hymns and why the church should still sing them: Disclaimer: I am not opposed to contemporary Christian music. Our church sings them in a lovely and vibrant manner. There are several people out there committed to producing biblically faithful contemporary Christian … More A Case for Hymns
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