A truly Christian university welcomes all
Matthew 19 is filled with hard teachings. Certainly, Jesus’ disciples and other would-be followers thought so. With large crowds around him, Jesus first responded to…
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‘Have you not read?’
Jesus was healing in the region of Judea when a group of Pharisees approached him to test him. “Is it lawful for a man to…
When the mission field comes to you, take advantage
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Tyrannosaurus skull alone was worth the short trip downtown. You’ve gotta love it when a bunch of global-minded Christ followers show…
Editorial: Why the restoration plea is still valid
Minister shortages. Closing churches. Struggling theology schools. All are happening in Churches of Christ in the U.S., which raises the question: Is the restoration plea…
Joy and hope in October
October baseball did not disappoint, especially for diehard Texas Rangers fans. The action was great. So were the back stories. A Cuban asylum seeker. A…
Beautiful is the floor for those who sing good news
When I saw Ted Parks’ photos from the West End Silver Point Church of Christ story, I probably spent more time staring at the floor…
Resist the impulse
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — When our preacher began his sermon Sunday morning, he wanted to say something about the Israel-Hamas war but was not sure what…
Can we visit? Not if we don’t know what time
We spent recent months traveling through the eastern U.S., visiting various congregations along the way, which proved exhilarating and interesting. In all, we worshiped God…
‘Peace, peace, be still’
MALIBU, Calif. — Maybe it was the hurricane. Maybe it was the church name: Waves Church. Whatever the reason, for the three days I spent…
The secret to skydiving: First, brush your teeth
LEXINGTON, Texas — As my skydiving instructor opened the door and a rush of wind blew in, I gazed at the world below us. My…
