by Westside Christian Fellowship | Apr 23, 2014 | Articles
The altar call is an appeal where the speaker invites attendees to come forward as a way of acknowledging their decision to follow Christ. Many consider Charles Finney (1792-1875) to be the founder of the altar call even though early Methodist used a similar approach...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Apr 12, 2014 | Articles
Within weeks, two of my heroes have fallen from grace, and some of my friends in pastoral ministry have taken detours in their destiny as well. Moral failings among leaders are becoming an epidemic. No one is beyond the reach of Satan’s grasp. Although I’m...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Apr 7, 2014 | Articles
“May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world” (Galatians 6:14). Why is the world offended by the cross? Why are so many disturbed when the name of Jesus is mentioned? Why is His...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Apr 7, 2014 | Articles
Author’s Note: There is always an attempt to de-emphasize the true, spiritual significance of Christian holidays and place emphasis on Santa, toys, bunnies, baskets, and candy. That is a sincere cause for concern. This article assumes that is understood. This article...
by Westside Christian Fellowship | Apr 7, 2014 | Articles
These points are nothing new, but they will help us stay the course. 1. Many say, “It will never happen to me.” 1 Corinthians 10:12 reminds us that if we think that we are standing firm, we should be careful that we don’t fall. Years ago, I stumbled across a...
