Every week, the ministers here at the South Green church of Christ write brief articles for the congregation's weekly bulletin. The following is a copy of those articles, which have been adapted to this digital environment. Brief and to the point, these articles are designed to inspire, encourage, and challenge all. We hope and trust you will find them useful.
Names are important because they set us apart. The Greek word ekklesia, translated “church,” was understood in the first century Roman-ruled world simply to mean “assembly.” This assembly was a gathering of people, whether for a secular or religious purpose. Ekklesia was used before & after the time of Christ in relation to an assembly …
We all are given the same amount of time in a day. We strive to be busy when it comes to the work of the church. Being busy is good but being effective bears fruit for the Kingdom. The difference between effectiveness & busyness is the result! Effective Christians do what they say they will …
An online dictionary defines the term authentic as the following: not false or copied; genuine; real. With the use of social media in today’s world, being authentic has taken a backseat to having the “perfect” image online. We have become obsessed with ourselves and making ourselves as near-perfect as possible. Social media is inundated with …
Technology has been a huge asset for communication in the last 10+ years. There are many positives technology has brought about. The ability to Facetime/ Video Conference while away from family has brought people in distance places closer together. Email allows one the ability to write a letter or send a document in a split …
Life can present challenges. Sometimes the difficulty is of our own doing, other times it is not. However, there is a sense in which we always have a choice. By that I mean that we always have the opportunity to choose Jesus. No matter how tired, stressed, sick, etc. We can still choose Jesus. It …
“I want this.” “I want that.” “I think I need this or that.” These are all quotes that we say when some item or product catches our eye. Contentment is the concept of being happy or pleased with what we have in our life. Being content is often a struggle for people in today’s world. …
Can you imagine what life would be like without mirrors? Picture yourself getting ready for the day…you’ve brushed your teeth and start to brush your hair, but there is no mirror! How will you know how great your new haircut looks? What about the outfit? Does it work? Not long ago, I read about a …
We ALL have been in tense discussions when it comes to religion & government. While imperfect, our system of government cannot be rivaled. We enjoy more freedom than other nations. However, constituents contribute to a political campaign, Christians in- vest in the Kingdom! Both are seeking something in return. Christian involvement in the political process …
We understand the brevity of life with the impending reality of dying. We understand the possibility of losing family, friends, and our peers to the appointment we all must keep. Being aware of the realization we will not last forever should motivate us to ask: “What does the Bible say about death?” Hebrews 9:27 says …
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” (Ps. 46:10) What does God expect of us when He demands that we be still? • God expects us to stop rushing and fighting—to stop the chaos. • Psalm 63:6; 119:48; Mark 6:31 …
