member resources
There are so many conversations where we are called to speak in love and truth. This is hard to do without being well informed, having different perspectives paired with Biblical knowledge.
Below you will find article & video resources given by Brother Monty to help you navigate these conversations.
If you have any questions or requests, please contact the office or email montypierce@centralcarthage.com
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Click on the line you are interested in and you will be able to find the article link within the section.
HOW TO USE THE LORD'S PRAYER TO PRAY FOR YOUR FAMILY
"Before we begin asking God for things ourselves it is so wonderful and important to focus on his glory and holiness."
By John Barnett
"Experience the life changing power of the Gospel as both old and young women apply these principles to their relationships and interactions."
10 ROLES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN THE LIFE OF CHRISTIANS
"Through the power of the Holy Spirit, believers are saved, filled, sealed, and sanctified."
5 VERSES YOU THOUGHT WERE IN THE BIBLE... BUT AREN'T
"Wisdomonius 4:11", "1 Americanians 17:76", "Song of Disney 20:15"
IS CHURCH MEMBERSHIP REALLY A BIBLICAL CONCEPT?
"Perhaps the best place to begin is by asking the question: What do you want from your local church?"
"Without a purpose and plan, it's not Christian fasting; it's just going hungry."
By David Mathis through desiringGod
7 WAYS TO EVALUATE THIS PAST WEEKEND'S WORSHIP SERVICE
"We may critique based on attendance, but seldom do we review [our worship service] with intentionality."
8 REASONS MOST CHURCHES NEVER BREAK THE 200 ATTENDANCE MARK
"Please understand, there's nothing wrong with being a small church. I just know that almost every small church leader I speak to wants his or her church to grow"
By Carey Niewhof
"Plugged In exists to help you and your family make family appropriate entertainment choices."
"LIGHTYEAR" FEATURES SAME-SEX KISS: SHOULD KIDS SEE DISNEY'S LATEST FILM?
"While I'm not arguing that you should go see "Lightyear", I don't think you necessarily shouldn't either."
By Mark Legg through the Denison Forum
HOW TO MAKE A BUDGET: YOUR STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
"Budgeting tells your money where to go - instead of you wondering where it went."
By Ramsey Solutions
From wills to life insurance, learn how to give with a long term perspective.
Through Texas Baptists
"Nobody knows better what the Lord wants you to do with it than you."
By Bill Arnold through Texas Baptists
WRITE YOUR LEGAL WILL ONLINE, FREE & SIMPLE
"Just 20 minutes to create or update your legally-binding will."
Through FreeWill
An assortment of articles such as, 10 Things You Should Know About Christian Ethics, What Does The Bible Say About Alcohol?, Are Christians Prohibited From Getting Tattoos?, A Biblical Argument For Self-Defense, Should Christians Practice Total Abstinence From Alcoholic Beverages?, How Much Should Christians Tithe?, How To Biblically Defend The Sanctity Of Life, Abortion and the Forgiveness of God, Why the Study of Ethics Matters for Everyday Christians, and more by Wayne Grudem. Crossway Articles
video resources
Filter through the different series available and find different topics available.
