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NEW WINE IN NEW WINESKINS

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This latest editorial piece discusses the spiritual ailment of calcification within modern church communities, likening it to rigid vessels incapable of receiving God’s transformative work. It contrasts examples from Scripture, such as Jeremiah’s clay and Jesus’ old wineskins, highlighting the… Read the rest

WHEN THE FIRE FALLS, THE CHURCH MUST RISE

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The significance of Pentecost is a transformative moment for the church. It likens the church to a launch vehicle, constructed for a divine purpose but needing ignition to fulfill its mission. Pentecost ignites this movement, empowering believers to share the… Read the rest

WHAT IS SO ORDINARY ABOUT ORDINARY TIME?

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The Christian worship calendar includes various seasons, culminating in Ordinary Time post-Easter. While many view this as a return to routine, the early church understood a continual living in resurrection power. Pentecost symbolizes not just an afterthought but the church’s… Read the rest

After Easter: Teaching Children to Seek Christ

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Easter traditions often focus on fleeting joys, like candy and egg hunts. However, these practices may distract from the deeper spiritual lesson of seeking eternal treasures. Jesus teaches that true fulfillment lies in a lifelong pursuit of Him, the ultimate… Read the rest

Let the People Tremble

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A recent tremor in Pennsylvania is a metaphor for the deeper spiritual shaking that God is instigating within the church. While minor earthquakes are often noticed, the church’s response to God’s transformative movements is often muted. This shaking serves not… Read the rest