Archive for October, 2018
Posted on October 25th, 2018 by Tim McCoy
Have you ever thought much about how people take first steps toward faith in Jesus Christ and a vital relationship with other believers in a church? I have.
Some time ago, I reviewed some very interesting survey results from LifeWay Research that asked: how are Americans willing to receive information about a local church? In December 2008, the survey asked 15,000 American adults how they felt about 13 different ways they might receive information about a church.
What was the...
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Posted on October 18th, 2018 by Tim McCoy
As we walk with Christ, we should anticipate that it will take effort to stay on the right path.
After all, we live in a fallen world where evil and temptation abound. Then there are the appetites and desires of our old, sinful nature. Add to that the pressure to conform to the spirit of the age, and the danger of drifting off course is significant.
Thankfully, God has provided ample wisdom and power through the Scripture, through his Spirit, and through the encouragement of other...
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Posted on October 12th, 2018 by Tim McCoy
When Merriam-Webster defines the word “bridge,” two primary meanings are offered:
a structure carrying a pathway or roadway over a depression or obstacle (such as a river), for example, a bridgeconnecting the island to the mainland
a time, place, or means of connection or transition, for example, building a bridgebetween the two cultures, or the bridge from war to peace
Simply put, bridges help us overcome obstacles and make connections.
Of course, the greatest...
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Posted on October 4th, 2018 by Tim McCoy
Whenever newcomers check out a church, virtually all are asking some form of the same question: “Is there a place for me?”
And for years our short answer at Ingleside has been, “Yes!”
Our answer reflects the spirit of Romans 15:7, which says: “Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God” (ESV).
Of course, the specific questions newcomers may ask are often more detailed, nuanced, and personalized.
Consider these possibilities:
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