Church and Assembly
Gerrid Setzer
In this article, the meaning of the Feast of Weeks and the symbolism of the two loaves are explored in relation to the witness character of God’s assembly on earth. The text also reflects on how this testimony is presented in Scripture and its connection to both earthly and heavenly perspectives.
Leviticus 23:15-23
Christian Mohncke
In this article, the call to move forward together “with our young and with our old” is explored, drawing lessons from Israel’s deliverance to highlight unity, worship, and shared purpose among God’s people today.
Exodus 8:23
Daniel Melui
In this article, the present work of the Lord Jesus for His church is outlined, focusing on how He sanctifies, purifies, nourishes, and cares for her in love. The passage invites a closer look at His ongoing, faithful care until He brings the church to glory.
Ephesians 5:25-29
Charles Henry Mackintosh
God delights in Christ—and true worship is simply presenting Christ back to God. Yet our gatherings and prayers often feel dry and weak because we focus more on ourselves than on Him. This article challenges us to return to Christ-centered worship that brings joy to God’s heart.
John 4:23
Gerrid Setzer
In this article, key phrases from Matthew 18 are explored to explain prayer, authority, and the gathering of believers in the Lord’s name. The text reflects on the meaning, character, and spiritual significance of Christian assembly and the presence of Christ at its center.
Matthew 18:20
Manuel Seibel
If the Bible speaks of only one church, why do we see so many today? This thought-provoking reflection traces how division arose—and how believers can still gather according to God’s original design: one body, one Spirit, one Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:12-13; Matthew 18:20
Michael Vogelsang
Written to a church in turmoil, 1 Corinthians remains strikingly relevant today. Amid division, immorality, and confusion, Paul calls believers back to unity, purity, and love. From Corinth’s chaos emerges timeless truth — and the most beautiful chapter on love ever written.
1 Corinthians 1:1-2
Alex Schneider
In this article, we explore the biblical call to hospitality, showing how welcoming others into our homes fosters deeper relationships, serves the Lord, and reflects a life of faith, sacrifice, and love, with examples from Scripture and church history.
1 Timothy 3:2; Hebrews 13:2; 1 Peter 4:9; Matthew 25:35-40
Eugene P. Vedder
Romans 14 reminds us that true faith values love over liberty. Believers may differ on food, days, or traditions, but unity in Christ matters more than personal conviction. The strong are called to bear with the weak, showing grace, patience, and peace in all things.
Romans 14:5-6,10; 15:1-3
Tim Bouter
Revelation’s call to “come out of Babylon” still speaks today. In a world where faith is mixed with materialism and religion becomes empty ritual, God invites His people to separate from what is false and follow Christ outside the camp—where His presence, not prosperity, is the prize.
Revelation 18:4; Hebrews 13:13
Manuel Seibel
In this article, we explore whether singing in a church setting counts as prophesying and if women should cover their heads, examining biblical passages from 1 Corinthians and Acts to clarify the roles, privileges, and conduct of women in worship and spiritual ministry.
1 Corinthians 11:5; 14:34
Michael Vogelsang
In this article, we explore how Christians can handle sins committed by fellow believers, weighing when to address offenses directly, when to exercise patience or forgiveness, and how love and wisdom guide our response according to Matthew 18, Proverbs, and other biblical principles.
Matthew 18:15; Proverbs 10:12; 17:9; 1 Corinthians 6:7
Manuel Seibel
In this article, we explore how Christians may relate to a family member or friend who lives in open sin, examining 1 Corinthians 5, the meaning of “called a brother,” and questions about contact, fellowship, discipline, and restoration.
1 Corinthians 5:1-13
Albert Blok
In this article, a vivid analogy of injury and healing leads into a reflection on compassion, reconciliation, and shared responsibility among believers, using biblical examples to encourage sacrificial care and practical support for one another.
1 Corinthians 12:14,18,24-25
Gerrid Setzer
In this article, we examine biblical guidance on women’s hair, exploring passages that address cutting, trimming, and letting hair grow freely, and how these principles relate to honoring God and maintaining personal dignity.
1 Corinthians 11:1-11
Alex Schneider
In this article, we reflect on the life of Joseph, called Barnabas, highlighting his gift of encouragement and compassion, and consider how believers today can embody the same “son or daughter of consolation” for others in need.
Acts 4:36
Ernst-August Bremicker
In this article, we explore Paul’s guidance on how believers should relate to one another, highlighting qualities like compassion, humility, patience, forgiveness, and above all, love, as essential “clothing” for daily Christian living and mutual encouragement.
Colossians 3:13–17
T.A.
What does the Bible say about women teaching, prophesying, and head covering? This careful study unpacks the terms, the biblical boundaries, and the heart attitudes behind them—seeking a balanced, Scripture-based answer for practice today.
1 Corinthians 11:5; 14:34; 1 Timothy 2:12
Jan Philip Svetlik
Just as Elijah’s prayer brought a wake-up call to Israel, God still stirs hearts today through prophetic ministry. Not foretelling the future, but speaking timely words of encouragement and correction, He calls His people to awaken, repent, and walk closer with Him.
1 Kings 17:1; Isaiah 30:21; 1 Corinthians 14:1
Author: unknown
A sobering reminder from Paul’s words in Philippians—“all seek their own”—still speaks today. Are we living for ourselves, or for Christ and His people? This stirring reflection challenges us to rethink even our leisure and daily choices, urging us to seek the things of Jesus Christ above all.
Philippians 2:21
