Church Growth Hurts: Strategies for Renewal Shifting into Neutral transcript

Church Growth Hurts: Strategies for Renewal Shifting into Neutral

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "We want easy answers to questions about church growth. Not unlike Isaiah, genuine growth takes place when churches are willing to pay the price of strategic planning by shifting into neutral and catching God's vision for the kingdom."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Stephens, Barry
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sexual Abuse of Children in the Church - Part 2 transcript

Sexual Abuse of Children in the Church - Part 2

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Sexual abuse, particularly the sexual abuse of children, is a non-denominational problem confronting churches. What are the signs of abuse? How can we respond lovingly and faithfully to the needs of the abused, the abuser, the congregation and society?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Our God Sees and Hears Us transcript

Our God Sees and Hears Us

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's prophetic career began with a personal encounter with God that opened Isaiah's eyes to God's perspective on the sin around him. His prophecies continue to challenge God's people to come face to face with the God who sees and hears."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Willis, Tim
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Seeking Renewal with Spite Toward Our Tradition transcript

Seeking Renewal with Spite Toward Our Tradition

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Can we enhance the prospect of lasting renewal by allowing theology (especially eschatology) and our experience to inform our quest? Reproducing old messes or producing new ones is disastrous to renewal. What can we realistically expect or hope for in renewal?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Mitchell, Lynn
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
What Kinds of New Churches? transcript

What Kinds of New Churches?

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Non-Christian Americans rarely come and stay in the churches most of us know. To see post-Christian, nie-pagan Americans become disciples of Jesus, we will need different kinds of churches. What will those churches be like? Explore how the ancient and contemporary believers have led pagans into the family of God."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Smith, Kent
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Message that Transforms Mediocrity into Greatness transcript

A Message that Transforms Mediocrity into Greatness

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "In American inner cities, violent crimes have become pandemic. More than ever, those who live in our cities need messages of hope and transformation. Come and hear life-saving messages for the inner city."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: DeVore, Kinwood H.
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Road to Reproduction: One Congregation's Story transcript

The Road to Reproduction: One Congregation's Story

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The need for new churches in America is urgent. For large and small congregations that respond, what are the key issues, questions and challenges?"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Ogren, John
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Tell Me a Story transcript

Tell Me a Story

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Hopelessness haunts the globe and many corners of the church. Class examines our current setting and strategies for being agents of hope by telling the story effectively and authentically 'being the church.'"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Anderson, Lynn
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Titus Brings Order to a Church of Aliens transcript

Titus Brings Order to a Church of Aliens

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "How would we structure our congregations if we thought of ourselves as aliens and wayfarers in this world rather than citizens? The book of Titus suggests such an order."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Sanders, Mike
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
God's Purpose - Discovery Toolbox transcript

God's Purpose - Discovery Toolbox

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "This class will help people discover and fulfill God's purpose for their lives. All of God's people are meant to live with purpose, passion and prosperity. Come find a purpose-filled center for your life."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Roach, Tony
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
A Portrait of Renewal in Churches of Christ Today transcript

A Portrait of Renewal in Churches of Christ Today

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The Stone-Campbell Restoration Movement aimed from its beginning to renew the church to what God wants it to be. This is a rich legacy from which to draw for renewal in today's church. Garrett and Doug Foster of Abilene examine our heritage and current efforts to be a church after God's heart."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Foster, Douglas A.
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
Answering the Call to Spiritual (Urban) Renewal - Part 2 transcript

Answering the Call to Spiritual (Urban) Renewal - Part 2

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The socio-cultural usefulness of today's church is debatable. Many urban centers lie in virtual ruins. Can the church afford to absolve itself from the process of healing the malaise? Classes will examine the predicament and consider potential strategies."
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Jarman, Leonard
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History
To Hearts of Full Obedience transcript

To Hearts of Full Obedience

Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "We've been called to follow Jesus in complete, wholehearted obedience. Even though we've said 'yes' to Him, there is constant possibility that our minds may somehow be led astray from our sincere and pure devotion to Christ. Listen to the voice of Jesus call to us to love Him, and Him alone!"
Date: June 26, 2004
Creator: Stirman, Peggy
Object Type: Sound
System: The Portal to Texas History