Sexuality Examined / Unpolished / Israel & Palestine!

Who has not been distressed by events in Israel? The history of Palestine is so painfully tangled, maybe you’ve felt overwhelmed trying to understand the issues—or don’t trust the news, and seek an objective perspective.

If so, the message of Aziz Abu Sarah offers us both clarity and hope. SAVE THE DATE. Join the webinar NEXT SATURDAY!

Aziz is a peace activist, journalist, and entrepreneur, National Geographic Explorer, TED talk speaker, New York Times columnist, and analyst appearing on CNN, Fox News, and Al Jazeera. This is an eye-opening webinar, featuring an amazing presenter. Please sign up—and tell your friends.

Saturday 1 February 2025
11:00am—12:15pm
$20—$10 for website members
Click HERE to register. 

EXCELLENT BOOK!

In his latest release, Sexuality Examined, Dr. Jerry Jones makes a strong case for the historic Christian stance on sexuality. He evaluates the affirming case revisionists make for same-sex marriage, committed lesbian relationships, gender fluidity, and more.

Jones approaches the topic with fairness, true scholarship, and thoroughness. The result: a comprehensive, well-structured, and readable work—it’s golden!

Following are my three favorite books on the topic—written by faithful men whom I know personally, and for whom I have the highest respect.

For several years a number of our financial supporters have assisted with the needs of the Asha school (Kathmandu, Nepal)—and 100+ children. Providing warm clothes is just one of the ways you have helped. They send their thanks, and show their thanks through their smiles. (They wanted you to see these photos.)

If you’d like to donate to the Asha School through our ministry, total outstanding needs currently come to $5736. This is for school uniforms, one teacher’s annual salary, furniture, toys, outdoor play equipment, learning materials, washroom adaptations, first aid, and wall decor.

This week we’re highlighting a number of excellent learning opportunities—starting with a new podcast.

UNpolished Church is spearheaded by Jon Sherwood (Asheville, NC). These are “honest conversations about the complexity, frustration, and beauty of church life.” (Nicely put!)

I know Jon to be someone who is thoughtful, courageous, and deeply committed to our Lord. Check out his podcast!

The 2025 Teleios Society Conference will take place 20-22 February on the campus of Abilene Christian University. “Stone-Campbell Heritage” refers to the two foremost 19th-century leaders of the Restoration Movement.

I’m very much looking forward to learning—and the fellowship. Click for info.

So far 10 have joined our competition for a free tour (see last week’s bulletin). To enter, email [email protected].

The Seven Churches of Revelation
Izmir, Turkey, 7-13 June 2025

This amazing event is a tour of the sites of the churches of Revelation 2-3 combined with a world-class biblical conference. Scholars and ministers will share their wisdom at a level accessible to students and church members alike.

Turkey is truly the land of the Bible—second only to Israel, full of New Testament (and Old Testament) sites. This is a golden opportunity to learn while building your faith.

All messages from the recent Image Bearers online conference, Two Kingdoms, are now available. (My lesson was titled "The Dangers of Christian Nationalism.")

For a mountain of thought-provoking material—six talks, with Otoma Edje emceeing—click here.