The debate at the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15 was theological in nature. Good theology defined and shaped their unanimous decision as a Council.
Last year, this Council unanimously approved our new Statement of Faith that contains the orthodox theology that defines and shapes our family of churches.
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Currently, we have at least 75 churches outside of the U.S. pursuing partnership with SG and we will potentially adopt 62 of those churches in the next 2-3 years.
Let us take the greatest risks of all for the greatest cause of all-the preaching of Christ to every tribe, tongue, and nation.
Read MoreEach year, at SGC’s annual Pastors Conference, I meet with our Council of Elders and present what we call a “State of the Union” address. This is just a name for an overview of the last year and a vision of what I hope to help lead us through in the coming year.
Below is a summary of this vision that I hope will challenge and encourage all who read – though, keep in mind, that I am speaking primarily to our pastors, and church leaders.
Read MoreAmong the most significant responsibilities we have as pastors in Sovereign Grace is to entrust the gospel to the next generation of pastors.
In his last letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul commands him and us: “What you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also” (2 Timothy 2:2).
Entrust what you have heard to faithful men.
Read MoreDuring our recent pastors conference, Josh Blount served us with a breakout session entitled Our Citizenship is in Heaven: Christ's Church and Cultural Pressures. Josh Blount is a unique gift to our family of churches, and this brilliant session…
Read MoreDuring the Leaders Conference, Mark Prater called us to live like those who are willing to risk their lives for the sake of the gospel. One of the areas where we most need this challenge is in evangelism. Evangelism is not easy. It requires risk…
Read MoreOur family of Sovereign Grace Churches started with a conviction: churches are stronger together. I’ve had the privilege of growing up in our family of churches and from an early age saw this partnership demonstrated. My parents hosted small groups in their homes and never missed a Sunday they couldn’t avoid at church. Why?
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