Fwd: Ancient wisdom for modern crises: How faith responds to today's challenges

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Date: Sat, 30 Aug 2025, 2:06 am
Subject: Ancient wisdom for modern crises: How faith responds to today's challenges
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Faithful response to America's ongoing tragedy by F. Willis Johnson When tragedy strikes our communities—from mass shootings to natural disasters—how do churches respond in ways that truly heal rather than merely comfort? This timely article challenges ministry leaders to move beyond platitudes and prayers toward meaningful action that addresses root causes. Drawing from recent events and theological reflection, F. Willis Johnson offers practical guidance for congregations wrestling with their role in society's most pressing crises. Discover how your church can become a catalyst for genuine transformation in the face of recurring national heartbreak. READ NOW From the Council of Nicaea to the Feast of Creation By Laceye C. Warner The ancient church councils that shaped Christian doctrine have an unexpected connection to today's environmental activism. Laceye Warner traces how early theological decisions about the nature of Christ and creation are finding fresh expression in contemporary creation care movements. From fourth-century debates to modern eco-theology, discover how your congregation's liturgical calendar and doctrinal heritage might inspire a deeper commitment to environmental stewardship and ecological justice. READ NOW What do ancient church councils have to do with saving the planet? We're continuing to produce our new weekly resource, "Preaching the Four Pages," designed specifically for busy pastors seeking practical, theologically-rich sermon preparation guidance. Based on Paul Scott Wilson's influential Four Pages of the Sermon methodology, each installment provides a complete framework for developing gospel-centered sermons that move intentionally from trouble to grace. Rather than overwhelming you with exhaustive exegesis, these concise guides identify the essential elements you need: a clear theme sentence with God as subject, four guiding sentences that structure your sermon's movement, and practical suggestions for images, doctrinal connections, and proclamation. Whether you're new to the Four Pages approach or a seasoned practitioner, these resources will help you craft sermons that consistently proclaim what God is doing rather than merely what humans should do. Four Pages for the Tweflth Sunday after Pentecost Get the help you need to craft a strong, vibrant sermon that brings good news this week! READ NOW What you need for preaching this week The pieces you need for worship this week How to help kids worship this Sunday Creativity and innovation in your ministry begin with asking the right questions. BUY NOW Discover how to launch an inclusive Church for today’s world. BUY NOW Breaking faith, finding grace: wisdom for leading divided churches in divisive times. BUY NOW

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