by Gary Leazer | Sep 3, 2002 | Opinion
Rosh Hashanah, which literally means the head or first of the year, commemorates the creation of the world. Rosh Hashanah is commonly known as the “Jewish New Year.” It is celebrated on the first and second days of the seventh month of the Jewish calendar,...
by Karen Zurheide | Aug 30, 2002 | Opinion
In such an appearance-obsessed culture, what messages do we parents want to give our children about the way they look? With all this “self-improvement” taking place around us, should I encourage my children to strive for their own perfect images, to appear...
by Jeff Woods | Aug 30, 2002 | Opinion
Last month, I described four leadership styles that emphasized control over empowerment. This month, I describe five more styles of leadership, all of which emphasize empowerment over control. In the pacesetting style of leadership, the leader displays excellence...
by David Wheeler | Aug 29, 2002 | Opinion
Despite the importance of work, the theme is rarely addressed at church. Yet the Scriptures are full of references to work. Can you name some? Children and youth are heading back to school. Millions of Americans make one last mad dash to the theme parks or the beach,...
by William D. Shiell | Aug 29, 2002 | Opinion
Former Baptist minister David Instone-Brewer wrote this book out of a pastoral concern for those needing counseling regarding an unfaithful spouse. Individuals were concerned that the Bible prohibited them from divorcing, even after repeated acts of unfaithfulness....
by Eddie Hammett | Aug 29, 2002 | Opinion
Many people are comfortable in “their churches” while the world around them deteriorates and yearns for God. To many church leaders and members, being comfortable with the way they do church is more important than risking discomfort and unfamiliarity in...
