Paul ministry was effective because, in his own words, he became all things to all men.

Can we accept this challenge today and become Christian chameleons, who blend into society and influence the world?

The untimely death of Heath Ledger has shocked us because he was so talnted and successful.

He is now destined to become this generation's James Dean.

A prayer for young people all over the world.

Stocks and shares are tumbling, but perseverance will win the day.

An economic recession may be just aroudn the corner, but we're also heading into a spiritual one.

People who look to God for prosperity and success are heading down a blind alley.

Faith is a lifetime commitment, not a short term spiritual investment.

A British publisher is uriging churches to download digital hymnbooks to incorporate into worship services. Traditional hymnbooks, musical instruments and organs can all be replaced.

But won't this also alienate us from each other and God? Will our worship services become manufactured and soul-less?

Let's embrace technology, but let's also make sure it doesn't replace us!

Washing someone's feet is both an act of humility and blessing.

Looking at a clip from the 1997 movie "Entertaining Angels" - a bio-pic of Dorothy Day, who set up a homeless shelter in New York City during the Great Depression.

Seeing Christ's act of washing His disciple's feet as a true example of servanthood.

Ambition can take us down the wrong path if we become obsessed with our dreams.

How Christ responded to the ambitious request from the mother of James and John.

Using our successes to resource Christ's Kingdom.

Church growth ideas

Starting a mid week Coffee Club and Bible study really helped our church to grow.

Looking at a chapter from the Bible each week.

Studies can be emailed...just send a request to pastor@erinprebyterian.org

Daily devotions for busy Christians.

My daughter is going to Tanzania this summer, to work in a mission for 13 weeks with AIDS orphans.

Families of all nations will bow dow before the Lord.

Church growth ideas - Eldership - churches rise and fall upon leadership from the elders.

Making elders aware of their commitment.

Asking the congregation to encourage and support them.

King Herod died in agony because he claimed to be equal to God.

Are todays' presidential candiates in danger of doing the same, or will they acknowledge God's hand in their successes?

Praying for strong leaders. Our hope, however, remains in God.

We will be saturated with electioneering before 2008 ends, but isn't it better to live in a free, democratic society than under a fearful, despotic tyranny?

Herod's persecutions of the First Christians.

Faith and hope, peace and love will re-win the world for Christ.

Rhoda was a house servant who announced that Peter the apostle had been freed from Herod's prison. The Christians in the house didn't belvie her and said she was crazy.

Why do we find it so hard to believe ordinary people with extraordinary news? Are mega-churches all that effective, along with their prosperity teaching preachers?

God works in extaordinary ways with ordinary people.

New Year wouldn't be the same without watching a John Wayne movie. Today, I'm viewing "The Comancheros."

Peter's escape from jail in the Book of Acts is just as intriguing and entertaining.

New Year is a good day to start again. How I am thankful to God for enabling me to escape an alcohol addiction.

The First Christians knew what was important about faith. How can we become Christians first in our lives and be more worthy of their heritage?

History Channel program "The First Christians."