September 2008 Issue
Implications of 1 Corinthians 5:5 for church discipline
Daniel Bediako
First Corinthians 5:5 is fraught with both exegetical and theological difficulties.1 How is the church to "deliver" the incestuous man to Satan? What does "destruction of the flesh" mean? What about the salvation of the "spirit" in the day of the Lord? What implications does this text have regarding church discipline? Our discussion will focus on three areas.
First Corinthians 5:5 is fraught with both exegetical and theological difficulties.1 How is the church to "deliver" the incestuous man to Satan? What does "destruction of the flesh" mean? What about the salvation of the "spirit" in the day of the Lord? What implications does this text have regarding church discipline? Our discussion will focus on three areas.The healing power of empathy
Daniel Harrison
As a pastor, you are often called to be a peace bearer in the midst of conflict. Learn how you can use empathy to resolve differences and bring true peace.
As a pastor, you are often called to be a peace bearer in the midst of conflict. Learn how you can use empathy to resolve differences and bring true peace.Mentoring and attachment: Insights to ministry to emerging adults
Amy Drennan, Jermaine Ma
Why mentoring emerging adults is crucial in helping them hear God's voice.
Why mentoring emerging adults is crucial in helping them hear God's voice.Early onset Alzheimer's: Living with the unthinkable
David, Wolter
Discover the hope beyond Alzheimer's disease that only comes with a deep relationship with God.
Discover the hope beyond Alzheimer's disease that only comes with a deep relationship with God.Deaconesses in the church - Part two of two
Nancy Vyhmeister
The conclusion of a two-part series about the role of deaconesses in the church.
The conclusion of a two-part series about the role of deaconesses in the church.Letters to the Editor
Making a difference with young adultsA. Allan Martin’s article, “ReachingOut: Making a Difference WithYoung Adults,” (July 2008) was a greatarticle. It is a call to arms! The cover artfor the article speaks volumes in and ofitself—one lone arm among the throngsof people…