Covenant Reformed Church

Apostle Jeffrey Woody Installs a New Pastor

By Journalist Ms. Jones NEWBURGH – “It’s not easy starting a ministry from scratch… That’s what we did. When God sends you out… God will meet every need. We are here almost 21 years later in a building that belongs to us. We’re no renters… 55,000 square feet all because of our obedience to God. […]

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Seven Reasons Why We Should Not Accept Millions of Years

There is an intensifying controversy in the church all over the world regarding the age of the earth.

Why Words Matter When It Comes to Homosexuality

We can all agree that gaining understanding is at a premium when it comes to the topic of homosexuality. So what are we to make of (the words) “homosexual” and “gay”? Are these two words alike? Are they synonymous in meaning? Perhaps they are. Then again, there are such differences in people’s minds when they …

10 Things I Have Learned Leading Church Change

I left the church planting world to help revitalize and grow an established church. It’s proven to be challenging – maybe slightly more than I thought it would be<br>But, God has allowed us to experience incredible energy and excitement. I am not big on sharing numbers in this format, but let me simply say – God is working. Amazingly working. The potential in the days ahead is astounding to me.<br>Needless to say, there has been a lot of change since I…

10 Traits of a Great Church Member

What kind of members does God use to build a great church<br>As a pastor, I have noticed some trends among church people who help move the church forward. The following is a list of characteristics of those type of people. Not everyone will have every quality, but it’s the combination of each of them in people that builds a great church.<br>Great church members:<br>Believe and love God’s Word.<br>Joshua 1:8 “Study this Book of the Law continually. Meditate on it day…

Why Are So Many Christians Unhappy?

The only way to have joy is to say a full “Yes” to God. Which means saying “No” to the world.

What is God’s covenant for you?

God’s dream for humanity is bigger than the social realities of the day.

What are some misconceptions about covenant theology?

Covenant theology is fulfillment theology, not replacement theology.

Why World of Warcraft’s Covenant systems remain a big choice

How To Make a Pastor-Member Covenant

This covenant service ended with every member standing in agreement to their part of the covenant.

The Evangelical Covenant Church

How a rural community came together to offer hope to families experiencing housing instability.

New Life Presbyterian Church of La Mesa (Surprised by Hatred?

18 “If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you. 19 If you were of the world, the world would love you as its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the world hates you. 20 Remember the word that I said to you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will also persecute you. If they kept my word…

Why and How Did We Get a Bible with These 66 Books?

Common Community Association Restrictive Covenants and Why They Exist

For all those who reside in communities governed by homeowner associations or are buying into one for the first time, you should be aware of documents referred to as the covenants, conditions and ...

Whose Commandments Are These? The Ten Words and the New Covenant

In Christ, we are no longer under the old covenant but now under the new. Does that make the Ten Commandments irrelevant for us?

Reform School or School Reform?

Freedom Mountain Academy is an example of how independent philosophies can be more effective in helping troubled young people than any uniform system or standardized regime.

The Judicial Reform: What Now?

If we really want to rule, we should draw inspiration from the eternal sources of our nation and learn from the wisdom of the generations not to repeat mistakes, even if the cost is temporary retreat.