Tagged “pastoral-letter”

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Ecclesiology & Sacraments

Letter to a Church Member: James 1:27 and Orphanages

My friend, I appreciate and value your heart for orphans, for Jesus Himself cared for those in need and commanded His disciples to do the same (Matt. 25:35-40). Likewise, James, as you have pointed out, admonishes his audience: "Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world" (Jas 1:27).

October 4, 2025 ⏱ 3 min read draft
Ecclesiology & Sacraments

Letter to a Church Member: Corporate Worship (Part Two)

My friend, I have noticed that you prefer prayer services and dialogue more than the preaching and teaching of the Word of God. It is okay that you have preferences, but I sincerely want you to see that sermons and lessons are as important as other aspects of Christian fellowship. I am writing you to encourage you to delight in such things.

September 27, 2025 ⏱ 4 min read draft
Ecclesiology & Sacraments

Letter to a Church Member: Corporate Worship (Part One)

Dear brother, why do you neglect to worship with us on Sundays? I know you believe worship is a lifestyle; indeed, it is. But you are missing out on so much when you are not there.

September 20, 2025 ⏱ 3 min read draft