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Redeeming Repetition

Tullian Tchividjian
2 Oct 2013
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“Christianity can be summed up in the two terms faith and love…receiving from above [faith] and giving out below [love].” Martin Luther One of the most common objections that those of us who are committed to preaching the gospel of grace week in and week out hear is, “Ok…I get it. Can we move on now? We hear the same thing week after week. Can we hear something different already?” Considering the way our consumeristic culture has conditioned us to always crave “what’s next”, the objection is understandable. Add to that a fundamental misunderstanding inside the church that the gospel […]

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Gluten Free and Delicious!

The Good News
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By: Kyra Bussanich More than ever, people understand that our bodies just weren’t designed to handle the amount of processed flour found in many of today’s food. Some people with vague, undiagnosed illnesses feel better after cutting out gluten, a protein in flour-based foods. Many Americans, including professional athletes and celebrities such as Zooey Deschanel and men’s tennis leader Djovak Nokovic, say they look and perform better since dropping gluten from their diets. If you are someone who doubts that gluten free can be delicious, try the following recipe before making your determination final: Apple Crisp 6 large tart apples […]

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Hope Begins with You

Edwin Copeland
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Do you ever find yourself wanting to help the homeless, but wrestling with the best way to do so? You ask yourself if the handful of change or crumpled bills you extend from your car window will be helpful or harmful. You fight feelings of fear and uncertainty when contemplating a conversation with the unkempt man on the street corner. And, with so many homeless in our community, you ask yourself if your efforts will even make a dent in helping to solve the problem. If you’ve ever found yourself asking similar questions, the good news is that hope begins […]

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Commit to Get Fit

Terry Morrow
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As the holiday season approaches, it is time to get off the couch and set a fitness goal. One way to motivate yourself to get fit is to select a fun event and train for it. Better yet, invite a friend or family member to do it with you. If you really want to get serious, go online and pay for the event ahead of time. Below are some upcoming local events. Most raise money for an important cause. These are great opportunities to serve others while increasing your fitness level and staying healthy. More information on each of these […]

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Tips for Everyday Evangelism

Bob Woods
1 Oct 2013
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The idea of stepping out in faith to engage in one-on-one personal evangelism can be daunting. Often, we are afraid of rejection, worried about achieving results, or we don’t want to feel as if we are imposing our beliefs on others. But if what we believe is true, we have the light and the truth to share with a lost and dying world. Here are some practical tips and key concepts to remember. Remember what interests people Most people love to talk about themselves, their families and their own personal interests. This can be a natural way to start a […]

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The Peace of God

Jeremy McKeen
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Is experiencing peace really possible in the real world? How do you have peace when you continually hear about the terrible things in the news, never mind the various emotional pressures of everyday life? It’s just so easy to get frustrated and agitated about a situation, worried about a problem, or anxious about the future. Is the peace you read about in the Bible or see in certain people actually possible? That’s the question. Because it’s not enough to just rest in peace when you die; you want to practically experience peace while you live. So how do you pursue […]

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Fall Fashion Guide

Keisha McDonnough Virtue
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Ah, fall! The first crisp chill in the air, the sunset hues of falling leaves and the whiff of pumpkin-scented everything! But wait, this is Florida. And while the temperatures are cooling from sizzling 100s to balmy 80s, there is no need to reach for heavy fabrics just yet. We can still, however, look attractive and pulled-together as we embrace the season. Fall style is all about polish, sophistication and classic comfort. Here are this fall’s top seven trends for ladies and gentlemen. For ladies: 1. Bold outerwear For jackets and – on the rare occasion – coats, go big […]

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Open Arms in Delray

Sasha Richardson
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In 2007, the city of Delray Beach received the dubious honor of being named the drug recovery capital of the world. While city officials have done all they can to shed the name and the stigma associated with it, a local church plant has fully embraced this part of Delray that many would prefer to ignore. The Avenue Church (TAC) serves the Delray Beach recovery community through their Celebrate Recovery and Redemption ministries, as well as their welcoming outdoor church services. Redemptive relationships Head Pastor Casey Cleveland and Mission Pastor John O’Brien have a heart to serve people with addictions. […]

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How to Go from Couch to Finishline

Terry Morrow
13 Sep 2013
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According to a recent study by the World Health Organization, 5.3 million people die each year as a result of illnesses tied to lack of physical activity including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breast cancer and colon cancer. Now is the perfect opportunity to get moving in order to proactively prevent these illnesses, as well as possibly prevent premature death. Follow these simple steps to a get started on a journey to a whole new you! Identify what motivates you You were created to glorify God. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says, “Don’t you realize that your body is the temple of […]

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The Greatest Treasure

Jeremy McKeen
12 Sep 2013
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I am a sucker for a great treasure story. Apparently I’m not alone. Treasure hunting films like The Goonies, Indiana Jones, Pirates of the Caribbean, and National Treasure keep on being produced. Yet the popularity of these movies is not simply due to good acting. It seems people love to identify with the hidden treasure plot. It doesn’t matter that you know the main character will find the lost treasure in the end; you’re gripped by the tale of that one great treasure that’s been lost for centuries and the possibility of finding it. Why is that? Why do people […]

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