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A Vision for the PCA: A Look Back and Ahead
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A Vision for the PCA: A Look Back and Ahead

Randy Pope discusses the importance of maintaining doctrinal purity and effectively equipping church members to share their faith in a culturally relevant manner. He notes a decline in the vitality of his denomination, advocating for a balance of doctrinal understanding and active mission work. Inspired by Frank Barker, he emphasizes the need for regular training in evangelism, urging churches to model and teach practical faith-sharing annually.

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The Key to Evangelism in the 21st Century
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers, Biblical Interpretation, Applied Theology, Bible Commentaries, Pastoral Resources, Christian Discipleship, Christian Doctrine, Spiritual Formation, Holiness, Christian growth, Religious Education, Evangelism Strategies, Contemporary Christianity, Theological Studies, Faith and Society, Biblical Themes Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers, Biblical Interpretation, Applied Theology, Bible Commentaries, Pastoral Resources, Christian Discipleship, Christian Doctrine, Spiritual Formation, Holiness, Christian growth, Religious Education, Evangelism Strategies, Contemporary Christianity, Theological Studies, Faith and Society, Biblical Themes

The Key to Evangelism in the 21st Century

In "Workers for Your Joy" by David Mathis, a class at Reformed Theological Seminary, led by Steve Childers, learns that "hospitality" is crucial for 21st-century evangelism, especially in the West. The article underscores hospitality's growing importance in a post-Christian society, highlighting it as an ancient, biblical strategy gaining renewed relevance for engaging with contemporary secularism.

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Jerry Bridges Versus Jerry Bridges
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Jerry Bridges Versus Jerry Bridges

Childers reviews Jerry Bridges' evolving theology, noting his early focus on "dependent responsibility" in his best-selling book "The Pursuit of Holiness” versus his later focus on God's grace and the gospel as the motive and means of holiness–moving away from a performance-based approach.

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Leadership in Community: Groups Part 6
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Leadership in Community: Groups Part 6

Learn 3 Ways to Build Strong Group Leaders: Qualifications, Structure, and Training. Discover how to develop a group leadership pipeline in your church that fosters a culture of leadership excellence.

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Commitments in Community: Groups Part 5
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Commitments in Community: Groups Part 5

Unlock the power of healthy group dynamics. Learn the three core commitments that will revitalize your small group engagement and develop vibrant church community.

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Recommended Revelation Commentaries for Lay People (and the Top 3 For In-Depth Study)
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers, Biblical Interpretation, Applied Theology, Bible Commentaries, Pastoral Resources Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers, Biblical Interpretation, Applied Theology, Bible Commentaries, Pastoral Resources

Recommended Revelation Commentaries for Lay People (and the Top 3 For In-Depth Study)

We've curated commentaries on Revelation, classified by three views: futurist, preterist, and idealist. This unique approach aids understanding, whether you're a curious reader or seeking deeper insight into this profound book.

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Health in Community: Groups Part 4
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Health in Community: Groups Part 4

Discover the 7 elements of healthy small groups that lead to spiritual growth. Just as the health of a human body is determined by the health of its cells, so the health of a church body is found in the health of its groups. Learn more in Health in Community, Groups Series Pt 4.

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Design for Community: Groups Part 3
Groups, Community, Theology, Shepherding, Pastoral Ministry, Pastors, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Shepherding, Pastoral Ministry, Pastors, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Design for Community: Groups Part 3

Growing in Faith Together: The Transforming Power of Shepherding Structures: Learn how to design shepherding structures that facilitate spiritual growth and provide every member the care they need in Design for Community, Groups Series Part 3.

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Purpose for Community: Groups Part 2
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Fellowship, Steve Childers

Purpose for Community: Groups Part 2

Learn why the Bible teaches you cannot fully mature spiritually without a true devotion to the community of a local church. Explore 3 reasons given in Scripture why all believers should regularly gather in Christian community–in the Groups Series Pt 2 by Dr. Steve Childers.

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Vision for Community: Groups Part 1
Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Groups, Community, Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Church Revitalization, Online Seminary Training, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Vision for Community: Groups Part 1

Share the vision for building a new community and learn how to develop healthy groups in your church that transform lives and communities. Learn why Christian leaders from more than 60 countries representing over 300 denominations have taken this training.

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