True Vision in Christ Church of the Living God

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

10 Ways to Communicate With the Holy Spirit

Understanding the third person of the Holy Trinity is important to every life of the believer. One key to this is communication. Here are 10 ways the Holy Spirit talks to us.

I’m Unemployed. Should I Still Tithe?

I grew up in the Church, and I have always been taught the principle of tithing. For years, I’ve faithfully given 10 percent of my income to church, but I

Ask the Pastor: Is Church necessary in this day and age?

Dear Chaplain: I watch my favorite ministers online and I listen to a lot of gospel music throughout the day. I’m always there to help people out and I try to do the things God would want me to do. Church doesn’t seem necessary to me i

Day 16: The Church That Belongs to Christ

Can God Tempt Us to Sin?

Dr. Roger explains the difference between God allowing us to experience trials and tempting us to sin.

Living and the Image of God

You carry the image of the Creator--yes, you. And without you, the world isn't quite right.

Almighty God, You Have Built Your Church

Almighty God, you have built your Church upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief cornerstone: Grant us so to be joined together in unity of spirit by their teaching, that we may be made a holy temple acceptable to you; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and …

What church is really about

"We recently had an opportunity to visit an international church that meets just a few subway stops away from our neighborhood. We thought it would be good to sing songs and hear a sermon in English. While it was nice to meet other Westerners, and our daughter Juniper definitely enjoyed Engl

Sermonette: Renew your mind to walk in a new life with Christ

Paul tells us in Romans 12:2, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind ... "

4 Things Church Planters Should Know

The Four Marks of the Church: Reasons to Believe

To be a saint, go to Christ. To get wet, go where it’s raining. To get holy, go where Christ is. Where is Christ? In His body, not “out of the body.” To go to Christ, go to His body, His Church.

SPIRITUALITY: We must be ready to jump into action to share God's word

It was a scary moment. We heard the commotion from across the room. When we got up and looked over, a dozen people were surrounding a young women in

What God Requires (Part 1 of 2)

No one wants to be gripped by fear—yet the events of 2020 have shaken all of us. Listen to Truth For Life as Alistair Begg explains how the world’s brokenness can prompt questions about our knowledge of God and His requirements.

Can I Love Jesus But Not The Church?

If we don’t love God’s people, then we have reason to suspect that our relationship with God is not genuine.

What Makes A Church Grow?