Welcoming God’s Word

Welcoming God’s Word

Contributor: Chad Roberts I can still remember how excited Sadie and I were when we purchased our first home.  Once we received the keys, it was off to Lowe’s to begin putting our taste and style in the new house.  One of the first things we purchased...
When Faith Says “Sink or Swim”

When Faith Says “Sink or Swim”

Contributor: Chad Roberts I was a mere twenty years old when God called me to plant Preaching Christ Church.  With less than ten people, we stepped out in faith and established the church.  I tried to tell God that no one would come to a twenty-year...
Boasting in the Cross

Boasting in the Cross

Contributor: Chad Roberts “I’ll cherish the old, rugged cross till my trophies at last I lay down, and I will cling to the old rugged cross, and exchange it someday for a crown.”  These are some of my favorite lyrics in the Christian faith.  I think...
Voltaire: Fool’s Gold

Voltaire: Fool’s Gold

Contributor: Chad Roberts “One hundred years from my day, there will not be a bible in the earth…”  Voltaire is studied and revered by many today.  He was a French enlightener and philosopher.  He opposed Christianity and made a mockery of God and the...
Slaves No More

Slaves No More

Contributor: Chad Roberts Several years ago, I visited the island of Zanzibar, off the coast of East Africa in the Indian Ocean.  I was there to meet with pastors and encourage the churches that faced severe persecution in this Muslim-dominated region.  Some...
Does Jesus Know When He Will Return?

Does Jesus Know When He Will Return?

Contributor: Chad Roberts Does Jesus know when He will return?  Throughout church history people have tried to set dates for the coming of Christ.  I think all mature believers would quickly discard any date-setting as heresy.  While Jesus clearly...