Tag: MakingDisciples
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A haven for the lonely?
There’s a loneliness epidemic in many countries, they say. People are feeling lonely like never before. Does the church have a part to play in this situation? Are there people we could be caring for, or welcoming? Loneliness, 2025 The statistics aren’t always consistent, but it is clear that many people, especially in first world…
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Older …. and bolder?
We live longer these days (on average). Threescore years and ten is now just the beginning of old age. If you live in a first world country and get to 70, you can expect (on average) to live to about 85, with women getting an extra year or two more than men. What does a…
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A massive turnaround for the church?
There used to be three clear realities about the church in England (and elsewhere in the western world). Attendance numbers were dropping, young men didn’t go to church, and Covid would cause even faster decline. Now, half a decade after Covid, it seems all three realities were wrong. The numbers Just over 2 months ago,…
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Church and mental health
They say western cultures are experiencing a mental health epidemic. Broken relationships, anxiety, addictions, violence, guilt, depression and psychological disorders are some of the evidences or causes of a sharp rise in those seeking help. We would all want the church to be a place where people can find acceptance, care and healing, and certainly…
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Sharing the faith with the curious
The western church faces challenges in making disciples due to declining interest and negative perceptions. Mark Matlock’s book offers insights on connecting with the spiritually curious, emphasizing genuine relationships and relevant communication. It advocates for churches to adapt, provoke thought, and train Christians to navigate today’s changing cultural landscape for effective outreach.
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It’s all about communication
Review of an important book on communicating the Christian faith in today’s western culture.
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Consumers or disciples?
Review of a book advocating a more holistic approach to the church’s mission of making disciples.
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Do spiritual misfits belong in church?
More and more young christians are leaving the church. Let’s think of ways to help them in their faith journey before they get to this point.
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“One another” – a key to the New Testament church
Practical and creative ideas on bring more effective and friendly teaching and fellowship into churches.
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Churches, younger Christians & doubt
Youth is a time of mixed emotions – idealism, doubt, questioning and wanting to feel included. How can churches do more to help doubters through this time?