Crosby Gospel Assembly

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 …

Should Your Church Live Stream?

Chances are, your church has either started live streaming recently or has considered it at some point. With equipment improvements, lower entry costs, and availability through the web and social media, live streaming is becoming more common in the church. If you are considering adding a streamed service or posting videos for replay viewing to …

Five Questions for Christians Who Believe the Bible Supports Gay Marriage

You've studied the issue, read some books, looked at the relevant Bible passages and concluded that Scripture does not prohibit same-sex intercourse so long as it takes place in the context of a loving, monogamous, lifelong covenanted relationship.

Scientists ponder how to talk to the faithful about climate change

(RNS) 'My entreaty for scientists is to be able to speak publicly about why you care,' said the Rev. Fletcher Harper, executive director of GreenFaith.

How to Worship as a Family

So, what should we do in family worship? It’s simple: read the Bible, pray together, and sing to the Lord.

What You Need to Know Before Joining a Church

Before we attend a church, we should know that it is a legitimate church. Now, obviously, if the sign on the front of the church reads “Church of Satan,” we know it isn’t a legitimate body of Christian believers.

I went to church with Bruce Jenner. Here’s what Caitlyn Jenner taught me about Jesus.

Caitlyn knows who Jesus is, and Jesus knows her by name.

10 Tips for Creating Inclusive Religious Organizations

We are a stronger country when religious organizations of all faiths live up to our values -- when we are welcoming, diverse, moral, and respect one anot...

Don’t Graduate from the Gospel

Three ways to take the gospel with you into adulthood.

Possibly the Coolest Assembly Line Ever

Phil Cuttance’s process for making his Faceture vases is part handcraft, part mass-production. Call it the industrialization of variation.

Remembering the Why of Disciple-Making

When to finish before assembly

Most of us apply linear thinking to project building: Cut parts to size, fasten them together, and then apply finish.

Unlocking the Truth: 4 Keys for Sharing the Gospel

How can we encourage members of our churches and Bible study groups to share Christ with friends, family, neighbors, and strangers? Read More »

Updating Part Features from Assembly Features with a Neat Little Utility

This is my blog about Autodesk CAD software, including Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Showcase, and Autodesk Vault!