This spring, over fifty churches from across three East Coast Conferences participated in the Living with Hope event. This initiative was a new venture for SermonView; to see if we …
Does Bible prophecy still work for evangelism?
One of the great disconnects in the Adventist church in North America is that many members have a distaste for Bible prophecy—even though it was likely Bible prophecy that led …
Public evangelism still works
Here’s an article from the February 2014 issue of Ministry magazine. It was written by Shane Anderson, a classmate of mine back at Walla Walla University when we were both theology majors. He believes that public evangelism still works, and has evidence to back it up.
Ice Cream Evangelism
The last couple of weeks have been unseasonably warm here in the Pacific Northwest, and last Sunday was especially hot. My kids pulled out the slip-n-slide, and spent the afternoon …
Lessons from History Channel’s "The Bible"
Opening on March 3rd, History Channel’s The Bible received ratings unexpected by Hollywood elites. By its final episode on Easter weekend it had been seen by over 13 million viewers. Through various …
3 Barriers to Your Church’s Outreach Success
I grew up outside of the church. During my early high school years I was sent to a Christian school—not because my parents had faith, but because the school offered …
Growing Your Church by Meeting Their Needs
People in your community have needs. Those needs, or unmet needs, are what drive people to buy things, to get out and socialize in bars and clubs, and to choose …
Evangelism Lessons from Super Bowl Sunday
It’s time to love American made. At least that is the message Chrysler paid $9 million dollars1 to tell us last Sunday during the Super Bowl. And whether you are an …