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Positive Review of The Art of Marriage

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“The Art of Marriage” by FamilyLife earned rave reviews in our small groups: insightful vignettes, strong discussion prompts, and practical challenges made it a truly transformative program that deepened connection and enriched couples’ relationships.

“The Art of Marriage,” created by FamilyLife, is a biblically based resource designed to help couples grow closer to each other and to God. It provides video sessions, group discussions, and practical tools that address key areas like communication, conflict resolution, intimacy, and commitment. Guided by Scripture, it emphasizes that marriage is God’s design—a sacred relationship meant to reflect Christ’s Continue reading Positive Review of The Art of Marriage→

The godly seek refuge from God when they see dangerous warning signs

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The wings of God provide divine refuge and protection amidst the turmoil of worldly chaos.

In our everyday lives, danger or troubles can come in many forms—temptations, disappointments, or even physical threats. The Bible reminds us that wise, godly people are not clueless about these dangers. They see the warning signs and they run to God for refuge. When Proverbs 22:3 says, “A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself,” it shows us that Continue reading The godly seek refuge from God when they see dangerous warning signs→

How to Be a Roaming Greeter in a Welcoming Church

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A roaming greeter helps create an environment where longtime members and first-time visitors feel seen, valued, and loved

A welcoming church is one that embodies biblical hospitality—an environment where both longtime members and first-time visitors feel seen, valued, and loved. In his book Becoming a Welcoming Church, Thom S. Rainer identifies a key role called the “roaming greeter,” someone who assists newcomers from the moment they arrive until they are comfortably seated. Below, you’ll find practical steps, biblical Continue reading How to Be a Roaming Greeter in a Welcoming Church→

The Welcoming Church: David Gives Pop Quizzes

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David gives pop quizzes such as "What are three ways to succeed in Christian life? 1) Overcome your fears. 2) Be consistent. 3) Study the Bible."

For this episode of The Transforming Church, we catch up with David as he is giving pop quizzes to young people streaming out of the sanctuary after any service on any Sunday morning. He says he is having more fun than should be allowed at church. For years David tried to engage people in conversation about the message with open-ended Continue reading The Welcoming Church: David Gives Pop Quizzes→

The Welcoming Church: How to Talk with Visitors (Friends You Don’t Know Yet)

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Visitors are often ignored at a friendly church.

As a roaming greeter in the hospitality team, David has the unique privilege of talking with dozens to hundreds of visitors every week. He considers each one to be a divine appointment. And he considers each one a friend that he doesn’t know yet. But he only has a few seconds to make meaningful contact with each one. In this Continue reading The Welcoming Church: How to Talk with Visitors (Friends You Don’t Know Yet)→