A publication of the Renewal Fellowship
A publication of the Renewal Fellowship
By Esther Mcllveen. Tithing is both the wisest investment of our money, as well as a command first given to the Children of Israel. Tithing was not just a requirement of the wealthy, for in Exodus the “poor were instructed not to give less.” Tithing was to become the norm for all the children of God. … Read more
By John C. Zimmerman. Every church has a back door. Formerly active members slip through this door, often unnoticed, on their way out of the church. The key to closing this door is found in the care we give to our members. … Read more
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. In New Life, New Lifestyle we are encouraged as we seek to develop an attitude of discipleship in our daily walk with Christ.… Read more
Reviewed by Ian McPhee. Here is a short, attractive printed book which addresses the question, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” As the title hints, it is an expanded commentary on Romans 8:28. … Read more
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. We live in a society where there are repeated demands on our time, talents and financial resources. … All this requires that we develop a level of “commitment” in order to be responsible in serving, not only those seeking our involvement, but more importantly, the Lord who is directing our lives. … Read more
Reviewed by Shirley Charleson. While much research on the subject of stress has been done on men, it is most often women who are crying out for help. … Read more
Reviewed by Shirley Charleson. Although we may have known God for ten or twenty or more years, we blissfully continue in gossip, in slander, in reckless, careless idle speech that is revolting to God. … Read more
Reviewed by Jack Charleson. This book is intended to explain some of the instructions that a Christian or a Jew reads in his Bible that the test of time has proven can make the differences between failure and success in business or in any aspect of life.” … Read more
COVER PHOTO: Michael Green in fine form speaking at the Annual Meetings. Photo credits: Jack Harewood – cover, pp. 2, 3, 4, 5.
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REVIEWS
By John A Vissers. As we enter the sixth year in the life of the Renewal Fellowship Within The Presbyterian Church In Canada, we do so with much thankfulness to God for the ways in which the ministries of the Fellowship have been used to advance the cause of renewal within our denomination. The past years have been times of exciting growth … Read more
Photos by Jack Harewood. The theme of the 1987 Annual Meetings was “The Church’s Evangelistic Imperative.” This was ably addressed by Michael Green (pictured on the cover) and Rosemary Green, from Regent College in Vancouver. The meetings took place March 6 and 7, at St. Andrew’s Church, Humber Heights, Toronto. … Read more
By Mariano Di Gangi. Some ecclesiastical conventions commence with invocation but conclude with provocation. Each General Assembly has its own character. At times, there is a prevailing calm. At others, vigorous debate and proliferating dissent. Much depends on the issues before the court … Read more
By Calvin Brown. I have often been asked how to introduce new worship styles into a very conservative or tradition-bound congregation that needs a breath of freshness. The answer, of course, is “prayerfully and very carefully!” There are definitely ways in which this can be done effectively … Read more
By Michael Green, pictured on the cover. All Christians are called to serve Christ, all are commissioned for ministry. … Read more
By Margaret Avison. His actions are whole-hearted, clear, spontaneous, and therefore can be interpreted, after, as purposeful too. … Read more
By Paul Barnett. Although nineteen hundred and fifty-four years have passed since his death, Jesus of Nazareth remains a continuing figure of fascination, and not just to Christians. Is the Bible reliable? … Read more
