Sharing the Gospel Online
God is good! When we began a new ministry called Salem Church Online 20 months ago, we didn’t know what to expect. We trusted that God would use the technology
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Using Your Platform
In a previous blog, I asked the question, “What’s your platform?” (You can read it here) Another important question is: “How will you use your platform?” How will you steward
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Miracles in Texas
No doubt, you’ve heard the depressing statistics: church attendance is dropping, millennials are staying away from organized religion, and there is a rising number of people unaffiliated with any church.
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From 2004 to 2017, 122 new LCMS churches were started in the Texas District. We praise God for this blessing and the thousands of people who are now hearing the
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Rev. Michael Newman Elected As President of Texas District
On Thursday, June 14, 2018, Rev. Michael Newman was elected at the 61st Texas District Convention as the next president of the Texas District effective September 1, 2018. Newman is
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Come As You Are
The Dwelling, a church where you can “come as you are.” The Dwelling’s dress code? “Wear some clothes!” Cool tattoos? “This church thinks they’re awesome!” Whether it’s what you’re wearing,
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Role of the Evangelist
“It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works
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Loving an Idea Doesn’t Always Make It Good
Have you used one of those new drink machines in restaurants? They have a cool touch screen. You can choose from dozens of drink types and flavors. The machines are
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Small Churches Can Reach Out in Big Ways
No kids, no problem! Vineyard of Christ Lutheran Church in Rosanky, Texas, is a small church with average attendance of about 20. It’s in the middle of wide open spaces
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Theology For an Evangelist Movement In 21st Century North America
Much has been said about the “Macedonian Call” in mission theology. The call is from and to a ground that is ready for sowing the seed and for harvest. But
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