Articles
Our desire is that these resources will point you to the Way, help you know Truth and how it is applied in life.
A Fruitful Retirement
Charles Simeon was the pastor of Trinity Church, Cambridge, in the late 1700s. In 1807, after serving for 25 years, his health suddenly deteriorated. He was only 47 years old. His condition necessitated a leave of absence from the ministry. This debilitating health condition lasted almost 13 years, but it…
Body Shame
Almost everyone experiences some form of body shame during their lifetime. Body shame comes from negative judgment either from others or from oneself when he fails to meet his own standard. The person then feels exposed because of his differences which leads to distancing from others and God because he…
Why the Bible Needs to be in the Common Language
God the creator calls mankind to follow Him. He transcends the creator-creature gap by speaking to His people through prophets, apostles, and His son. This means God wants to be heard and obeyed. Since God’s words are his primary way of communicating to humanity and they have been written down,…
Towards a Theology of Risk
As the global body of Christ takes the gospel into security-challenged environments, its members face significant risks. In response, some elevate risk as a spiritual value, flirting with recklessness; others shun risk, drifting towards a fear-driven paralysis. This article attempts to promote a balanced stewardship, which neither shuns risk nor…
A Biblical Perspective on Suffering
When one of our children was born, a quietness settled into the room as the expected cry of a child experiencing their first breath did not happen. There was not a lot of talking, but there was quick, quiet work by the nurses’ expert hands, along with the arrival of…
Instructions for Voting in November
Voting in United States elections ideally involves far more than simply choosing “Candidate A” or “Candidate B” when asked for your opinion. To make your vote count, follow the instructions below. Although many more elected positions are to be filled than the President of the United States, these instructions will…
The Pathology of False Teachers
Throughout history, deadly epidemics have ravaged mankind. In the fourteenth century, the infamous Black Death (an outbreak of bubonic plague) killed millions in Europe. Cholera, diphtheria, malaria, and other sicknesses have ravaged towns and cities. Our generation has witnessed the rapid spread of the fatal disease Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome…
Anabaptist Vision for Today
Historically, Anabaptists have been given two labels. During the Reformation our spiritual ancestors were called “the radicals.” They were a pro-active group on the cutting edge of a determined effort to bring the church back to her biblical foundation in Acts. They initiated discussion, evangelism, and took Christ’s command to…
The Place and Purpose of Singing in Christian Worship
Our purpose here is to explore the reasons why we sing and to understand the role singing plays in our worship experiences. Colossians 3:16 says: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns…
Grace and Truth vs. Grace or Truth
Daddy cuddles three-year old Susie after he applies discipline. Farmer Brown chases the neighbor’s cows out of his corn field after alerting Neighbor Joe as to where his cows had been and completes the job by repairing and strengthening the fence. Jesus graciously told the woman taken in adultery, “Go…
A Word from the Lord
“I have a word from the Lord for you,” is a frequently made statement in far too many Christian circles today. It sounds so personal – that God would actually give a special message to someone who then passes it on to you. But can such pronouncements be trusted? Are…
Why I Don’t Vote
Editors Note: This article reflects the opinion of the writer, but should not be taken as Radi-Call’s official position. We recognize that this topic is controversial. However, we encourage our writers to give their honest opinions. Our desire is not to be controversial, but to begin discussions that encourage our…
