by Dwight A. Moody | May 13, 2002 | Opinion
“I was a farmer,” Howard said to a friend. “I could plow, cultivate, plant, gather, and preserve; all it took to be a farmer. But I finally quit.” It wasn’t the last thing that Howard Finster quit on his journey from country preacher to...
by Ray Furr | May 13, 2002 | Opinion
In an age of sound bytes, DVDs and laser shows, churches are rediscovering the ancient art of drama as a new, exciting element of worship. “There is a strong movement towards drama among evangelical and Black churches. The use of Christian drama in churches is...
by Barry Howard | May 13, 2002 | Opinion
Some people attend church regularly. Some attend church sparingly. Some do not attend church at all. As a minister, I have observed a variety of motives that lead individuals into active church participation. What are your reasons for going or not going to church?...
by Jeff Woods | May 10, 2002 | Opinion
People–even people in churches–are talking about change these days. Congregations change every time a sermon is preached and a lesson is taught, but the changes discussed today run much deeper. They challenge congregations to change who they are or what...
by James L. Evans | May 10, 2002 | Opinion
In the Christian South, Mother’s Day has come to occupy a semi-sacred status. In fact, many churches will use their worship services this Sunday not only to honor mothers, but also celebrate and promote a vision of the ideal family. This idyllic image of family...
by Marv Knox | May 10, 2002 | Opinion
Hooray for Karen Hughes. This Mother’s Day, she gets my vote for Mother of the Year. (Of course, I’d normally vote enthusiastically for Joanna Knox, mother of our daughters, Lindsay and Molly. But this year I’m setting aside my own family biases and...
