The Heart and Soul of Christian Fellowship
The heart and soul of Christian fellowship hangs in the balance of how we honestly respond to this question in our fellowship circles.
You are fighting for the heart and soul of your fellowship. When the dust of the politics has settled, when differences are ironed out, when the pleasantries and politeness run their course, every friendship is left wanting: Either we will go deeper, keep things as they are, or move away (emotionally or even physically). Please... Continue Reading
Seeing The Good And Not Just The Bad
Instead of wallowing in self-pity at what 2020 has brought us, consider the good things God has done.
And, of course, there are things that are always true that Christians should celebrate even in the tough times. Jesus remains king. Our sins are paid for if we trust in Jesus. We have a local church family that loves us. We have a glorious inheritance. Nothing can separate us from the love of God,... Continue Reading
Church Membership—Like a Marriage
While church membership is not a marriage, we should nevertheless treat our membership vows like a marriage vow.
When we find ourselves in difficult circumstances, the first question we should ask is, “Does my church still exhibit the three marks?” In other words, does it still preach the gospel, rightly administer the sacraments, and perform church discipline? If our answer is yes, then chances are we don’t have a really good reason for... Continue Reading
Top 50 Stories on The Aquila Report for 2020: 1-10
Numbers 1-10 of the top 50 articles for 2020
In keeping with the journalistic tradition of looking back at the recent past, we present the top 50 stories of the year that were read on The Aquila Report site based on the number of hits. We will present the 50 stories in groups of 10 to run on five lists on consecutive days. Here... Continue Reading
Top 50 Stories on The Aquila Report for 2020: 11-20
Numbers 11-20 of the top 50 articles for 2020
In keeping with the journalistic tradition of looking back at the recent past, we present the top 50 stories of the year that were read on The Aquila Report site based on the number of hits. We will present the 50 stories in groups of 10 to run on five lists on consecutive days. Here... Continue Reading
Covenant Theological Seminary Announces Its Sixth President
Rev. Dr. Thomas C. Gibbs will become the sixth President of Covenant Seminary beginning July 1, 2021
Dr. Gibbs brings a great love for the Bible and pastoral ministry, having served as a pastor for 24 years. After graduating from Covenant Seminary in 1997, he started a new Reformed University Fellowship chapter at Baylor University, which continues to this day. He then planted Redeemer Presbyterian Church of San Antonio, Texas, in 2002... Continue Reading
Top 50 Stories on The Aquila Report for 2020: 21-30
Numbers 21-30 of the top 50 articles for 2020
In keeping with the journalistic tradition of looking back at the recent past, we present the top 50 stories of the year that were read on The Aquila Report site based on the number of hits. We will present the 50 stories in groups of 10 to run on five lists on consecutive days. Here... Continue Reading
Top 50 Stories on The Aquila Report for 2020: 31-40
Numbers 31-40 of the top 50 articles for 2020
In keeping with the journalistic tradition of looking back at the recent past, we present the top 50 stories of the year that were read on The Aquila Report site based on the number of hits. We will present the 50 stories in groups of 10 to run on five lists on consecutive days. Here... Continue Reading
Jaroslav Jan Vajda – Singing the Language of Today’s Hearts
“Now the Silence” – which, he said, “came out of nowhere,” was different from anything he had done before.
Today, Vajda is one of the most respected hymn writers. The complete collection of his hymns, Sing Peace, Sing Gift of Peace, was published by Concordia Publishing House in 2003. His hymns, carols, and translations (more than 200) can also be found in the hymnals of many Christian denominations throughout the world and have been... Continue Reading
Top 50 Stories on The Aquila Report for 2020: 41-50
Numbers 41-50 of the top 50 articles for 2020
In keeping with the journalistic tradition of looking back at the recent past, we present the top 50 stories of the year that were read on The Aquila Report site based on the number of hits. We will present the 50 stories in groups of 10 to run on five lists on consecutive days. Here... Continue Reading
