Friendship: The Foundation of Paul’s Global Ministry
By Caleb Greggsen | 10.25.2021One of Paul’s most consistent values may surprise us: friendship.
On Translating Books and the Great Commission (with Rick Denham, Daniel Henderson and David Adams) | Pastors Talk, Ep. 181
By D. Henderson, D. Adams, R. Denham | 09.28.2021What does translating books have to do with the Great Commission? Jonathan Leeman sat down with three international publishers to talk about that question.
Must Churches Follow Mask Mandates?
By Jonathan Leeman | 09.20.20219Marks doesn’t exist to make any of these judgments for you or your elder board. That’s your job, pastor. But as well as I know how to describe it, these are the principled questions before you.
A Sample Prayer of Corporate Confession
By Blake Boylston | 09.10.2021Does your church regularly confess their sins together? Consider this sample prayer of confession for some direction.
After Withdrawal, Afghan Christians Still Need Your Prayers
By Josh Manley | 09.02.2021In the aftermath of the United States’ withdrawal, brothers and sisters from Afghanistan continue to reach out with requests for prayer. How can you pray for them?
15 Reasons Your Soul Needs Gathered Worship, Not Just a Livestream
By Dane Ortlund | 08.27.2021Here are 15 reflections on all that is lost when we choose to worship from the couch instead of the pew.
A Brief, Personal History of How God May Use Friendships Like Yours
By Alex DiPrima | 08.23.2021Getting to spend your life serving Christ is sweet. Getting to do so with dear friends only makes it sweeter.
Yes, Singing Really Does Change People
By Shai Linne | 9Marks Journal: The Ordinary Means of Grace—Or, Don’t Do Weird Stuff | 07.26.2021When I was converted to Christianity as an adult over twenty years ago, I vividly recall my first Sunday at my mother’s church.
How Programs Fit into an Ordinary Means of Grace Ministry
By Mike McKinley | 9Marks Journal: The Ordinary Means of Grace—Or, Don’t Do Weird Stuff | 07.26.2021Our programs are helpful only to the extent that they put people in contact with the God-ordained means of grace.
Never Underestimate the Value of Ordinary, Brief, Christian Conversations
By Caleb Greggsen | 9Marks Journal: The Ordinary Means of Grace—Or, Don’t Do Weird Stuff | 07.26.2021We overlook the value of ordinary, brief, Christian conversations.
Between Sundays: Life in the Means of Grace
By Raymond Johnson | 9Marks Journal: The Ordinary Means of Grace—Or, Don’t Do Weird Stuff | 07.26.2021With ten minutes to spare, David sat down in the pew that had become his usual spot—the top right balcony.
Book Review: The Caffynite Controversy, by Clint C. Bass
Review by Jonathan Swan | 07.22.2021You may have never heard of the Caffynite controversy, but this book teaches some important lessons about confessionalism in local churches.
What Does Your Church Covenant Sound Like?
By Dave Cook | 07.20.2021Sometimes on our anniversary, my wife and I re-read our covenant vows to each other. It’s always special. When churches stand and read their church covenant together, there’s no reason … keep reading…
On Why Is the Lord’s Supper So Important? (with Aubrey M. Sequeira & Sam Emadi) | Pastors Talk, Ep. 174
By A. Sequeira, J. Leeman, S. Emadi | 06.29.2021Why is the Lord’s Supper so important? What should ordinary Christians know about it?
A Brief History of How Friendships Like Yours Can Change the World
By Alex DiPrima | 06.28.2021What if more Christians began to view their friendships as stewardships from God? We should all actively look for opportunities to leverage our friendships for practical, kingdom-minded endeavors.
