Questions for discussion by a Mission Committee or Bible study group are presented on each of the three sections: China/Taiwan, the South Pacific Islands, and Japan. … Read more
The GenX Reader, by Douglas Ruskoff
Reviewed by Jacob Birch. While many decry Generation X as “the downfall of the Western World,” each of the pieces in The GenX Reader pulsates with what Ruskoff calls, “a testament to American ingenuity, optimism, instinct, and brilliance.” … Read more
Healing in the Church
John M. Allison explains how his church responded to requests for anointing for healing by the elders at home, privately in the church, or publicly in a more scheduled manner. … Read more
The Place of Healing in the Contemporary Church
Jack Mills discusses the place that healing ministry should have in today’s church. Some in the Reformed tradition hold that the spiritual gifts of healing ended with the apostolic age, while others believe that they are for today. Mills contends that the elders have a place in the healing ministry. … Read more
Along the Way
By J. H. (Hans) Kouwenberg. Our fine concern for a professional, academic, and well-trained ministry has led us to the possibility of idolizing “professionalism”. … Read more
The 123rd General Assembly
Bob Astop reports that attending General Assembly was a rewarding and spiritual experience, seeing a whole denomination united in worship of our Lord and being proud to be a Presbyterian. … Read more
New Life in the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan
By Ted Ellis — “Don’t call it ‘renewal’, call it ‘new life’. It is the most wide-spread movement in the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan (PCT).” Pastor Tan Sin-chhiong from the East Coast is not given to over-statement, but this is how he describes what is now known as “The New Life movement” in the PCT. He sees the PCT as old and creaky in places “but God is working to wake us up.” … Read more
One Holy Passion, by R.C. Sproul
Reviewed by Roma E. Bryant. One Holy Passion is “the consuming thirst to know God.” Who better than R.C. Sproul to be our guide in our search to know God? … Read more
Can These Old Bones Live Again?
By Harold Jantz. In a denomination with declining membership, in the PCC there are pockets of renewal with very dynamic and exciting congregations across our country that are winning people to Christ and growing. … Read more
Maria’s Legacy
Esther McIlveen’s nostalgic article reminds us how the example of a godly parent is an ongoing encouragement to live wholesomely in challenging circumstances. … Read more
Dousing a Firestorm: Evangelical Euphoria at the 1994 American Presbyterian General Assembly
By A. Donald MacLeod. A PC(USA) General Assembly decision about the “Re-Imagining” conference indicates that the center of the church has regained its voice and the right and the left have agreed to move on. … Read more
Evangelism For Our Generation, by Jim Petersen
Reviewed by Jim Walton. Believers must make it their priority to make the spiritual climate of the society in which they live to work in favour of the growth of the gospel rather than allowing it to isolate themselves from the people they are attempting to reach. … Read more
Would You Know My Name? by Howard and Esther McIlveen
Reviewed by Ken Kutney. This mix of prose, poetry, theology, song lyrics, eulogy, and even a poignant letter from two girls in farewell to their deceased father is a truthful, compassionate aid for those who grieve, helping us process our losses healthfully – one of the greatest lessons in life. … Read more
Bury the Hatchet
By Esther Mcllveen. This article imagines what it would have been like for Philemon to first read Paul’s letter to him. Put yourself in his place. … Read more