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Fall 2002 - Table of Contents
Theme Articles
Ask the Superintendent
Sold on Sunday School
By Thomas E. Trask
Are you ready to shift your focus to a tried and proven ministry–Sunday school?
The Pastor: Key To A Vibrant, Growing Sunday School
By Thom S. Rainer
In a new century and a new millennium, pastors are once again affirming the importance of Sunday school.
Sunday School Today
Interview with Scott Davis, Daniel DeLeon, Randal Ross
Three pastors discuss how Sunday school has positively impacted the overall ministry of their churches.
A Tale of Two Churches: The Case For Rousing the Sleeping Giant
By Rob Burkhart
All the qualities of a healthy, growing church and ministry are supported and enhanced by this giant.
How Do We Get From Fun To Fundamentals?
By Billie Davis
Are you ready to accept the challenge of becoming relevant in teaching young people without allowing cultural trends to soften the message?
Sunday School: Ther’s More Than One Way To Do It
By LeRoy R. Bartel
Changing the method–not the message.
Where They Want To Be
By Michael H. Clarensau
Growing Sunday schools are meeting the felt needs of their students. Discover how you can make Sunday school a place where people want to be.
Disciplemaking In A Postmodern World
By Earl Creps
Among postmoderns, we must "be" the church rather than trying to "do" church. There are no "experts" in this field of disciplemaking; only fellow-learners.
Training: the Secret of Pastoral Success
By Clancy P. Hayes
What can a busy pastor do to simplify the process of training and enjoy some of the practical benefits?
Perpetuating Truth–the Ministry of Sunday School Resources
By John T. Maempa
Students must have a broad exposure to all of God’s Word and the doctrines that form the foundation of our faith. Choosing the right curriculum must not be left to chance.
A Passionate Call For Christian Education
Interview with Deborah M. Gill
Hear the heart cry of the new national director of the Division of Christian Education and commissioner for the Commission on Discipleship.
Features
The Fine Art of Reaching People
By Howard Young
As with any creative art, the genius of reaching people cannot be traced to one single factor. Instead, it is a composite of many things that are thoughtfully and expeditiously performed.
Ambition!
By Glenn Forsee
Where does human ambition meet God’s will in our life? There is a place where these two powerful forces meet.
Editorials
Ministry Matters
By Gary R. Allen
In Closing
By Wes Bartel
Columns
Theological Enrichment
Perpetuation: The Goal of Sunday School
By Billie Davis
Word Study
The Ministry of Teaching
By Anthony D. Palma
Contemporary Issues
The "Openness of God" From a Pentecostal Perspective
By Edgar R. Lee
Preaching That Connects
The Power of Sequence: Parallel Points Vs.Sequential Points
By Craig Brian Larson
Partners In Ministry (C.E. Minister)
Just A Spoonful of Sugar: Knowing How To Motivate Teachers
By Danny Von Kanel
When Pews Are Few
Counting Sheep And Taking Care of the Flock
By Greg Asimakoupoulos
Worship In the Church
Pastors Are From Mars, Worship Leaders Are From Venus
By Tom McDonald
Multiculturalism And the Church
The Multicultural Classroom
By David J. Moore
Financial Concepts
Three Strategies For Investing In Uncertain Times
By Randall K. Barton
History Is His Story
No "Half Christian": the Amazing Life And Legacy of John Wesley
By William P. Farley
College Corner
Tomorrow’s Leaders Are On Our Campuses Today
By Robert H. Spence
Departments
- Sermon Seed
- Ministry Ideas
- Illustrate It
- Book Reviews
- News & Resources
- With Christ
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