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The Essential Service of the Church

During a recent news conference, President Trump stated, “I’m identifying houses of worship ⁠— churches, synagogues and mosques ⁠— as essential places that provide essential services.” What is the essential service of the church? Essential services have been defined throughout the coronavirus pandemic as services necessary for the continuation of society. Some of these include medical services, truck drivers,…

Pandemic or Opportunity? Making the Most of Quarantine

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to limit travel and other activities, people grow increasingly frustrated. While such restrictions certainly challenged our daily lives, God calls us to make the most of every opportunity. How can we make the most of the COVID-19 crisis? Colossians 4:2-6 offers an insightful look at the approach God desires for…

Easter 2020 – The Social Distancing Version

Easter is cancelled this year. Well, not exactly. What we will have to do without is the trappings of Easter—the Easter Egg hunts, the sunrise services, the family ham dinner, the Easter bunny. Easter: Social Distancing Instead, we can spend this year focusing on what Easter is actually about. Because, you see, Easter really has…

How Will Church Change After the Coronavirus?

The coronavirus pandemic has altered much of life, including life within the church. A year ago, who would have believed nearly every church would only offer livestream services or shut down completely? How Will Church Change After the Coronavirus Two weeks ago, I gave the sermon at my own church. We could not have more…

A Biblical Perspective on the Coronavirus: Is This the End?

Our culture—and world—have experienced and an unprecedented upheaval unseen in our generation. What began as a “growing concern” in the Wuhan province of China has expanded into the lockdown of entire cities, states, and even countries to stop the spread of the Coronavirus. Does the Bible state anything to help in response to the Coronavirus?…