May 20, 2020
Dear friends in Christ, I’ve been thinking about church vitality lately, especially in this time of pandemic. Some churches seem to be getting stronger, while others are struggling mightily. It might seem like we need to reinvent everything about church for this time. But I’m not so sure. Maybe the core principles stay the same, … Continue reading Forward Today: Vitality in your church
May 13, 2020
Dear friends, I am grateful to be Facebook friends with Howard Helvey, a renowned church musician who lives here in Cincinnati. He often posts photos from his walks around the city. This week, he posted a photo that is beautiful, poignant, and not a little provocative. The photo was taken at the site where Calvary … Continue reading Forward Today: Who’s gonna save us now?
May 7, 2020
Forward Movement Managing Editor Richelle Thompson recently chatted with Lindsay Hardin Freeman, author of the popular book Bible Women: All Their Words and Why They Matter, and Kate Moorehead, author of the newly released Angels of the Bible: Finding Grace, Beauty, and Meaning. This discussion focused on Sara and her interaction with angels. “The fact is: We … Continue reading Women & Angels of the Bible: Sarah Laughs with the Angels
May 6, 2020
Dear friends in Christ, Last week, while I was out walking our dog, I noticed some kids drawing on the sidewalk. Now, kids having some fun with chalk art isn’t all that unusual. But this art was both beautiful and heart-wrenching. I was walking past the county jail, and the kids were drawing a message … Continue reading Forward Today: Signs of Love