Today on Crosswalk: New & Noteworthy

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  4 Church Money Gimmicks That Need to End Webster’s Dictionary defines the word gimmick as “an attention–getting device or feature, typically superficial, designed to promote the success of a product, campaign; any clever little gadget or ruse.”... Dr. James Emery White Sep 20, 2022
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  What Are Cuddle Parties and How Should Churches Respond to This Need? What is going on that cuddle parties need to be a thing? What are we missing in our society? And is this something also missing in our churches?
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  The 7 Best Family Movies and TV Shows Streaming in September September rarely finishes atop anyone’s list of “most favorite months.” Perhaps that’s because it’s synonymous with children going back to school. Or maybe it’s because it’s a “shoulder” month with no direct... Michael Foust Sep 19, 2022
• Why Did God Say He Loved Jacob but Hated Esau? In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he writes, Just as it is written, “Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated.” (Romans 9:13 NIV)What about the Scriptures that tell us God loves everyone? Did He go back on His word by... Barbara Latta Sep 19, 2022
• Are You Stuck in a Destructive Pattern of Over-Performance? We find ourselves inwardly screaming, “Don’t ask me to do another thing!” when our outward reply is “I will find a way to get it done.” Drew Williams Sep 16, 2022
• Q&A with a Pastor on Church Standards, Accountability, and Being Above Reproach Just this past month, unfortunate news came to light, and to the media, about Pastor Matt Chandler, shepherd and leader of Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas. The megachurch pastor has since stepped down...
• 5 Prayers for Friends for Your Teen My most genuine and best relationships have been nothing short of a gift from God. They've been friends when I wasn't able to be. They've stuck by me through those seasons of craziness when I wasn't able to... April Motl Sep 15, 2022
• Why Do We Have to Experience Pain? Recently, my Bible study group came face-to-face with the age-old problem: “Why do the righteous suffer?” After almost an hour of discussion, a member of our group said, “I’ve recently been reading the book... Dr. Roger Barrier Sep 15, 2022
• 10 Times Jesus Showed Up in the Old Testament and What They Reveal The Bible reveals the story of a loving God who’s been pursuing His children since the beginning of time. This God loves us so much, He sent His Son to rescue mankind and reconcile us with Himself.... Jennifer Slattery Sep 14, 2022
• 7 Prayers for My Future Wife Who better to talk to about our desires than God? Pray to Him for understanding, strength, patience, and more. Pray to Him on behalf of your future spouse. Here are seven prayers for your future wife.
• Sarah Hamaker Give Us 7 Key Ways We Can Draw People Towards Church How can we draw people towards church, rather than drive them away? Sarah Hamaker gives us seven great ways to draw people towards church, as well as 3 things NOT to do. Sarah Hamaker Sep 13, 2022
• Can a Marriage Thrive with Unresolved Conflict? Handling conflict is not anyone's cup of tea - it's downright agonizing. It makes couples feel afraid and vulnerable as they face their weaknesses. Often, couples opt for the easier route - sweeping the... Keren Kanyago Sep 13, 2022