Four Steps to Get Young Adults in Church

Whether it’s churches, businesses, nonprofits, professional groups or service organizations, the question is the same: “How do we get more young adults involved?” The only exception is the AARP! When I hear this question, my first response has to do...

One Constitution “ Two Points of View

The opening act of the 112th Congress’ political theater was a selective reading of the United States Constitution, a dramatic demonstration of allegiance to the nation’s foundational document. Responses varied from affirmations of the exercise to...

Success, and failure, and trying again

Sometimes things go well, sometimes they don’t. Success is more likely when plans are made carefully, important details aren’t overlooked, and a commitment to excellence remains strong.  Last week offered a reminder of that, with two significant...

‘The truest of friends’

By John Pierce A chair was folded and leaned against the table Wednesday evening (Jan. 26) at Vineville Baptist Church in Macon, Ga. It was the seat that Bill Greenhaw — who died the night before —had long occupied with friends during the weekly fellowship...

How to Fulfill the Greatest Commandment

The New Testament leaves little doubt that there is intended to be a profound relationship between what Christians believe and how they behave. This is what Jesus meant when he said that the greatest commandment was to “Love God and love your neighbor.”...