IS YOUR CHURCH ESSENTIAL?

IS YOUR CHURCH ESSENTIAL?

Let me answer that question, yes. Your church is essential because it is a part of God’s plan in making known His manifold wisdom (Ephesians 3:10). Jesus stated clearly that He would build His church and the gates of hell would not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18)....
Is Your Bucket Full?

Is Your Bucket Full?

8/9/2024 by Larry Barker My friend and ministry leader, Hal Seed, has written an excellent article on four buckets you need to ensure you are always full in your spiritual life and ministry. In the beginning, you are pouring into your buckets and the day is coming...
Church Discipline #2

Church Discipline #2

7/26/24 by Larry Barker Church discipline is not a “popular” subject. Some have chosen to ignore the Biblical commandment to discipline, when necessary, those within their church family. The scriptures are clear that sin must be confronted correctly, carefully, and...
Church Discipline

Church Discipline

6/24/24 by Larry Barker In a culture that promotes every individual deciding their truth, the concept of church discipline seems even more archaic and foreign to the average church member. It is not a popular topic and having recently led a church through the process...
Motives for Evangelism

Motives for Evangelism

6/16/24 by Larry Barker Why do you do what you do?  Our motives are very important and should not be overlooked. Alvin Reid in The Evangelism Handbook says, “Surely there should be a connection between our motive and our method. Why share Christ? Too much...
Reaching Your Neighbors

Reaching Your Neighbors

5/21/24 by Larry Barker Is your church and are you reaching your neighborhood for Christ? Are there any resources for how that might be accomplished and where do you begin? There are multiple resources such as Exegeting The Community, Identify My Oikos, 25 Ways to...