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Estuary in Grand Rapids: A Post-synod Intro to Ministry With Those on the Edge of Faith
An opportunity for Synod Delegates to interact with a promising posture to connect with those on the edges of faith.
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November 14, 2021
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Advent: Waiting in Expectation
ReFrame Media has designed a special (free!) Advent devotional series, Waiting In Expectation, to help you see God's story in your life.
October 7, 2021
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What's the Evangelism Shift?
As culture changes, the way we've shared the gospel in the past isn't as effective anymore. So, how do we share our faith?
September 22, 2021
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Introducing 'Witness: Equipped to Share the Good News'
How do you share the gospel with people in a way that invites conversation rather than shuts it down? We have a brand new resource for you and your church.
April 7, 2021
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TherforeGO Announces [email protected] for 2021
[email protected] gives churches and youth ministry teams the opportunity to do missions at home.
August 23, 2020
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How Do I Share the Gospel With Others?
The Go and Tell Evangelism Seminar is an easy and practical way to learn how to share the gospel based on the Heidelberg Catechism.
October 20, 2019
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Go and Tell Evangelism Tools Now Available in Spanish
Go and Tell now includes Spanish materials. In addition, the videos have closed captioning in Spanish.
September 9, 2019
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Dear CRCNA Member, Do You Believe Mark 8:36?
Are we so focused on pursuing the bread that perishes that we neglect the food that endures to eternal life? Let us refocus our energy.
February 4, 2019
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How 'Definite Atonement' Secures the Purpose, Mode and Outcome for Missions
Last year was the 400th anniversary of the Synod of Dordrecht which produced the Canons of Dort. One of the areas it addressed was the question "Did Christ die for everyone?" This question is answered in the blog below.
September 27, 2018
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Overcoming Racism to Answer the Call of the Great Commission (Race Relations US-West newsletter)
This is a portion of Rudy's bimonthly newsletter. To receive the full newsletter, including ideas for your congregation, suggested reading, and upcoming events, subscribe at bit.ly/racerelationsnews.
May 17, 2018
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50 Ways to Welcome New People
These 50 Ways will help your congregation make a good first impression and extend hospitality in meaningful ways.
April 16, 2018
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The Velcro Church - How to Help New Adherents Adhere
This Christianity Today article by Calvin C. Ratz explores what it takes to have newcomers stay connected to your congregation.
May 13, 2017
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Ten Ways to Talk With Someone About Their Faith
These ten tips from Faith Formation Ministries can help pastors, elders, deacons, chaplains, parents, and others talk with people about their faith in pastoral care, mentoring, discipleship, and outreach contexts.
January 1, 2017
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50 Ways to Take Church to the Community
No longer can we simply ask, “What can we do to get people to come to our church?” We must also consider, “How can we go into the world to encounter those in need of the gospel?”
January 1, 2017
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10 Ways to Reach Unchurched People at Christmas
Pastor Carey Nieuwhof shares ten ways your church can be involved in the unique opportunity to reach people at Christmas.
August 30, 2016
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Why Expository Preaching is the Power for Pastoral Ministry
In his challenging article "Why Expository Preaching is the Power for Pastoral Ministry" Michael Milton demonstrates from the Scripture eight benefits of constant, consistent and careful opening of God's Word.
April 13, 2016
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10 Vital Signs of a Healthy Church
Here are 10 vital signs that offer insight into the health of a congregation — five commitments and five functions.
February 23, 2016
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Are you making disciples who are making disciples who are making disciples....?
How do you disciple a new believer? Jesus recognized that the people He encountered were at different stages of growth and development, and He worked to challenge each of them to the next level.
December 15, 2015
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The Missionary Flame of Reformed Theology
Check out this warmly engaging article by Edmund Clowney that sketches out three factors giving fuel to Reformed missions.
December 9, 2015
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9 Reasons Christians Don't Evangelize
In the Ministry Today magazine, they recently had an article entitled 9 Reasons Christians Don't Evangelize. How can we, the church, renew our passion for sharing the Gospel?
October 20, 2015
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Marv's Story: Stepping Out in Faith
"Before I became a Christian, my life was pretty much about myself without thinking about anybody else," says Marv. Check out this video of how God turned his life around.
September 9, 2015
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'Sharing the Gospel Through Coffee Break' Webinar
This webinar recording will walk you through ways to live and share Jesus through Coffee Break. Learn new ways to share the gospel story!
April 13, 2015
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Jesus Died, Was Buried, and Rose Again
It’s important to marinade in our need for the cross—our continuing need for the cross. Join Dave Bast and Scott Hoezee on Groundwork in discussing Jesus the suffering servant and Son of God.
March 16, 2015
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Loving God and Loving Others in Times of Trouble
The Pharisees tried to ensnare Jesus in His own words. I’m not sure what they expected Him to say in reply, but what He did say ensnared the trappers. Check out the conversation on Groundwork!
February 9, 2015
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The Profitable Practice of Spiritual Disciplines
Recently, Groundwork continued a series on spiritual disciplines that is less about doing, and more about being or living. How do we live our faith with discipline?