The Power of the Cross (1 Cor. 1:18–25) In this lecture, Don Carson explores the profound and once-scandalous meaning of the cross in the ancient world—a symbol that divided humanity into those facing destruction and those granted salvation. He emphasizes that genuine ministry should focus on Christ’s crucifixion rather than human eloquence or cultural acclaim. … Read more
The Power of the Cross In this lecture, Don Carson explores the radical impact of the cross as it was understood in the ancient world. He explains how the cross divided humanity into those facing destruction and those receiving salvation, emphasizing that the core of true ministry is built not on human eloquence or cultural … Read more
The Importance of a Literal Adam and Eve Recent surveys reveal that only a modest number of pastors within the Catholic and mainline Protestant traditions confidently uphold the view that Adam and Eve were historical individuals. While Evangelical pastors tend to show somewhat more certainty, a significant portion still express doubt. This debate goes beyond … Read more
Brokenness Over Exaltation Time and again, scandals and accusations dominate the headlines, leaving us wondering whom to trust and how to respond. It’s time to redefine our understanding of “leadership.” Rather than being likened to superstars and rockstars who demand special treatment and high fees, true leadership is born of humility and brokenness. Ministry is … Read more
Introduction The international community is now examining reports of airstrikes conducted by Israel against key military and nuclear targets linked to Iran. This situation presents a dilemma for Christians who are called to mourn the loss of life while upholding the teachings of peace. They recall the blessing given to peacemakers in scripture, yet also … Read more
Over the past several days, as the Israel-Iran conflict has intensified, many Tel Aviv residents like Eli Birnbaum have found their routines upended. Birnbaum, who moved to Israel as a child from the United States and now leads Jews for Jesus in the country, explained in a recent interview that nothing remains the same. Daily … Read more
NCAA Baseball Team Embraces Faith on the Road to the World Series A season defined by a renewed spiritual focus transformed the Messiah Falcons’ outlook—and their performance. Rather than solely chasing victories, the team made it their mission to point others toward Christ, setting aside recent ambitions of a national championship in favor of a … Read more
Christianity Is Ramping Up in Public Schools. Where Is This Headed? Across the nation, public schools are witnessing a surge of initiatives aimed at incorporating elements of Christianity into everyday education. As debates around the separation of church and state continue, education officials at the state level are approving measures that range from displaying the … Read more
Global Shifts in Christian Demographics and Overall Population Growth Between 2010 and 2020, the number of people identifying as Christians increased steadily across the world. Despite this growth, the overall global population expanded at an even faster rate, according to research by a prominent international survey organization. This observation reveals that while Christianity continues to … Read more
Christian Growth Amidst Wider Global Expansion Between 2010 and 2020, the number of Christians experienced a steady increase. However, overall population trends suggest that the global community expanded at an even more rapid pace during that same period. These findings, based on research from a reputable global study center, highlight that while the Christian community … Read more