J. David Newman

J. David Newman is the former editor of Ministry

Is our church putting first things first?

Our church has become a large enterprise. Is the commitment of the church's employees to its mission based primarily on material or spiritual values? Does the church need an annual priority audit?

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Ohio changes system

What happens when a conference changes its departmental system? Is the church ready for another 1901 reorganization? Ohio is experimenting with innovative ways to complete the work God has given it.

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Is Genesis myth?

If there is a clash in interpretation between science and the Bible, which takes precedence?

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Conflict and perspective

How many times have I counseled a friend to remember that there are always two sides to a dispute? And how many times have I been sure that my side was the only right side?

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