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- Indulging in the Pleasures of God
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Does the Bible really teach that Christianity is self-denying? Experiencing Christianity as restrictive can drain our souls and weaken spiritual life. There is a better way. Why not indulge in the pleasures of God and enjoy Him forever?"
- The Redemptive Challenge in Isaiah's Charge
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's charge in Isaiah 6 concerns preaching (until no one can bear to hear another thing, until no one will hear another thing, until there is no hope, until the hearts of the people are so hard they will never turn). However, with the heart of a lover, God sent Isaiah because 'if they did hear,' they 'might' turn. And if they turned, He 'would forgive.'"
- Cruciform Life: Do Spirituality and Discipleship Go Together?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "With the release of a new, expanded edition of 'The Cruciform Church: Becoming a Cross-Shaped People in a Secular World' (1990, 2004), the author examines challenges of being a cross-shaped people today. Do churches truly receive the sinful and broken with the love of Jesus? Can the practice of baptism be strengthened and renewed? Does today's interest in 'spirituality' lead to the formation of disciples?"
- Cruciform Liturgy: Is Baptism Making a Comeback?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "With the release of a new, expanded edition of 'The Cruciform Church: Becoming a Cross-Shaped People in a Secular World' (1990, 2004), the author examines challenges of being a cross-shaped people today. Do churches truly receive the sinful and broken with the love of Jesus? Can the practice of baptism be strengthened and renewed? Does today's' interest in 'spirituality' lead to the formation of disciples?"
- Cruciform Love: Can Churches Receive Sinners?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "With the release of a new, expanded edition of 'The Cruciform Church: Becoming a Cross-Shaped People in a Secular World' (1990, 2004), the author examines challenges of being a cross-shaped people today. Do churches truly receive the sinful and broken with the love of Jesus? Can the practice of baptism be strengthened and renewed? Does today's interest in 'spirituality' lead to the formation of disciples?"
- Going Back to Get Ahead
- 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.'"
- How We Got Here
- 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.'"
- 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.'"
- In Search of Shalom
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's vision is full of images and metaphors depicting God's shalom. Today's church would do well to recapture this vision and see that one of its principal missions is to become a place where people can experience shalom in the here-and-now as well as in the hereafter."
- Shalom Found
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's vision is full of images and metaphors depicting God's shalom. Today's church would do well to recapture this vision and see that one of its principal missions is to become a place where people can experience shalom in the here-and-now as well as in the hereafter."
- Shalom Like a River
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Isaiah's vision is full of images and metaphors depicting God's shalom. Today's church would do well to recapture this vision and see that one of its principal missions is to become a place where people can experience shalom in the here-and-now as well as in the hereafter."
- Next Generation of Latin-American Church Leaders
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "God has prepared a vast spiritual harvest among the growing Hispanic population in the U. S. Explore the challenges of training able workers for this field."
- Forum: Who are the International Churches of Christ?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "For nearly 20 years, silence has marked the relationship between the ICOC and 'mainline' churches of Christ. This year's forum breaks the silence. Representatives of each movement will come together to practice the spiritual art of Christian conversation. Come and be a part of this historic conversation."
- I Can Resist Everything Except Temptation - Part 1
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "'I can resist everything except temptation,' said playwright Oscar Wilde. Temptations! We face lots of them during the course of a day. These sessions present practical steps to help us resist temptation."
- Writing as a Ministry for Women
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- What You and Your Church Can Do
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Church leaders tell stories of their personal and church involvement in efforts aimed at renewal and reconciliation among estranged followers of Christ in the Stone-Campbell heritage."
- From Complex Christianity to Compasssionate Christianity
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Rediscover God's design for Christianity and allow Christ to transform you by His unfailing love. Be reminded of His unselfish desire to trade His home in heaven so that yours could be created. WARNING: Participation in these classes may result in laughter, encouragement and fun - inspiring you to live the life God intended."
- From Complex Christianity to Contagious Christianity
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Rediscover God's design for Christianity and allow Christ to transform you by His unfailing love. Be reminded of His unselfish desire to trade His home in heaven so that yours could be created. WARNING: Participation in these classes may result in laughter, encouragement and fun - inspiring you to live the life God intended."
- From Complex Christianity to Cross-Centered Christianity
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Rediscover God's design for Christianity and allow Christ to transform you by His unfailing love. Be reminded of His unselfish desire to trade His home in heaven so that yours could be created. WARNING: Participation in these classes may result in laughter, encouragement and fun - inspiring you to live the life God intended."
- African Science and Western Spirits
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Based on their experiences in Africa, John and Sara will explore cultural issues and themes. They will consider what other cultures and people can teach us about our world and about the kingdom of God."
- African Wealth and Western Poverty
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Based on their experiences in Africa, John and Sara will explore cultural issues and themes. They will consider what other cultures and people can teach us about our world and about the kingdom of God."
- Women of ACU Dinner
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University
- Hearing the Sigh of Creation - Part 1
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Reclaim four hidden biblical metaphors that breathe through our lives: wind, stone, fire and water. Rescue their message from the absolutes of science and the abstractions of New Age. Restore their witness. Release them to magnify the intangible."
- Hearing the Sigh of Creation - Part 2
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Reclaim four hidden biblical metaphors that breathe through our lives: wind, stone, fire and water. Rescue their message from the absolutes of science and the abstractions of New Age. Restore their witness. Release them to magnify the intangible."
- Falling in Love With God - Part 1
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Psychologists at ACU are discovering that a relationship with God is experienced more like a parent-child bond or an adulthood love relationship with all the accompanying complexities. Come find out how our families and churches are helping or hindering falling in love with God."
- Falling in Love With God - Part 2
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Psychologists at ACU are discovering that a relationship with God is experienced more like a parent-child bond or an adulthood love relationship with all the accompanying complexities. Come find out how our families and churches are helping or hindering falling in love with God."
- Christian Chronicle (Oklahoma City, Okla.), Vol. 35, No. 24, Ed. 1 Tuesday, December 26, 1978
- Biweekly newspaper from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma that includes news and information about the Churches of Christ along with advertising.
- Day Spa for the Christian
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The first session will examine the conflicts faced by the Christian performing artist and strategies on how to overcome them. In the second session, participants will view dramatic presentations, perform personal assessments of the spiritual gifts, and discover how those gifts can be used to edify the church."
- Excavating Your Gift to Edify the Church
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The first session will examine the conflicts faced by the Christian performing artist and strategies on how to overcome them. In the second session, participants will view dramatic presentations, perform personal assessments of the spiritual gifts, and discover how those gifts can be used to edify the church."
- Developing an Evangelistic Atmosphere in the Church
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Developing an Evangelistic Atmosphere in the Church
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University.
- Developing an Evangelistic Atmosphere in the Church
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Planning: Responsibility withini God's Will: Knowing Your Destination (Spirit Led Destinations)
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 3:30 PM at Abilene Christian University
- Planning: Responsibility withini God's Will: Personal Strategic Planning (Applying the Skill)
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University
- Planning: Responsibility withini God's Will: With Accountability (Finances, Family, and Friends)
- Lecture given Wednesday, February 26, 1992, 8:30 AM at Abilene Christian University
- The Multi-Dimensional Nature of the Gospel
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "While the gospels claim Jesus preached good news to the poor, the church seems to have lost that message and audience. Is the failure of the church to reach the poor rooted in the very message we proclaim? Come explore ways of recovering the message Jesus preached so we can reach the people Jesus targeted."
- What Is the Good News for the Poor?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "While the gospels claim Jesus preached good news to the poor, the church seems to have lost that message and audience. Is the failure of the church to reach the poor rooted in the very message we proclaim? Come explore ways of recovering the message Jesus preached so we can reach the people Jesus targeted."
- When Did the Good News Become Bad News?
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "While the gospels claim Jesus preached good news to the poor, the church seems to have lost that message and audience. Is the failure of the church to reach the poor rooted in the very message we proclaim? Come explore ways of recovering the message of Jesus so we can reach the people Jesus targeted."
- How the Grinch Stole Christmas in Churches of Christ
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Theological, historical and sociological perspectives on the value of ritual and symbol in the Christian life and worship. The church can find worship renewal as it seeks to honor traditions as well as contemporary expressions of these traditions through the creative reading of scripture, the celebration of the church calendar and days, through prayers of confession, the use of art and the experience of the Lord's Supper."
- The Role of Ritual and Symbol in Christian Worship
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "Theological, historical and sociological perspectives on the value of ritual and symbol in the Christian life and worship. The church can find worship renewal as it seeks to honor traditions as well as contemporary expressions of these traditions through the creative reading of scripture, the celebration of the church calendar and days, through prayers of confession, the use of art and the experience of the Lord's Supper."
- Oral History Interview with John R. Flowers, April 26, 1978
- Interview with John R. Flowers, a preacher from Wilson County, Tennessee. The interview includes anecdotes from Flowers regarding his life from childhood, family, and his relation to the church.
- Oral History Interview with John R. Flowers, April 26, 1978
- Interview with John R. Flowers, a preacher from Wilson County, Tennessee. The interview includes anecdotes from Flowers regarding his life from childhood, family, and his relation to the church.
- Oral History Interview with Floyd Rose, October 26, 1998
- Interview with Floyd Rose, a preacher and civil rights leader from Valdosta, Georgia. The interview includes Rose's personal experiences as a preacher outside of the church, former president of the NAACP, and civil rights leader. The interview also includes Rose discussing his views on discrimination, police brutality, and the internal politics of the church. He also discusses his relationship to his immediate family and the deaths of his wife and father.
- Oral History Interview with Floyd Rose, October 26, 1998
- Interview with Floyd Rose, a preacher and civil rights leader from Valdosta, Georgia. The interview includes Rose's personal experiences as a preacher outside of the church, former president of the NAACP, and civil rights leader. The interview also includes Rose discussing his views on discrimination, police brutality, and the internal politics of the church. He also discusses his relationship to his immediate family and the deaths of his wife and father.
- Discovering How God Can Turn Your Life Around
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "When it comes to faith, do you feel like a couch potato? Maybe you're on the outside merely watching the action? Be challenged from selected texts to hear God's call on your life to find renewal in the extreme."
- [Letter from Choice L. Bryant to Blanche Perry #2]
- Letter from Choice L. Bryant to Blanche Perry confirming that the Yuma, Arizona Church of Christ held an Opening Day to celebrate the baptistry painting and that Perry's cut will be mailed to Otis Webb.
- Interview with George W. Bush, February 26, 1990
- Interview with George W. Bush, managing general partner of the Texas Rangers from Dallas, Texas. In the interview Bush discusses the upcoming baseball season for the Texas Rangers, as well as the Rangers' policies on issues such as alcohol consumption at games.
- The Doctrine of the Trinity in Our History
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The doctrine of the Trinity has been diversely treated, and often it has been ignored. Has a non-biblical teaching been appropriately avoided or has a key biblical teaching been overlooked? Could reconsidering the Trinity positively impact the church?"
- The Value of Force of Trinitarian Theology
- Lecture given Saturday, June 26, 2004 at Abilene Christian University: "The doctrine of the Trinity has been diversely treated, and often it has been ignored. Has a non-biblical teaching been appropriately avoided or has a key biblical teaching been overlooked? Could reconsidering the Trinity positively impact the church?"
- Christian Chronicle (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 29, No. 26, Ed. 1 Tuesday, December 26, 1972
- Biweekly newspaper from Austin, Texas that includes news and information about the Churches of Christ along with advertising.