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Loving Restoration

(Note: Dear church, this is a post in progress. Please ask before sharing. Thank you. -Ben) How To Lovingly Confront Sin (Church Discipline) "My brothers, if any among you strays from the truth and one turns him back, let him know that he who truns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and will cover a multitude of sins." (James 5:19-20) Pre-S...

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To Gather, or not to Gather?

(Note: The word "gathering" below is defined as meeting with other Christians for the purpose of worship (regardless of size) including both Corporate Worship and home gatherings in the current context.) Why has City Bible Church adjusted our worship Gatherings for Covid-19? The primary reason we have adjusted our forms of gathering is in submission to the authorities th...

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Health Precautions for the Body of Christ

The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that when Christians believe they are in danger, they are more than willing to be equipped and educated about the danger, and take the necessary steps to protect themselves and the people they love. As the world considers which precautions to take to ensure the greatest health, safety, and protection of their physical bodies, Christ has g...

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Communicating in Conflict: Proverbs 18

A brother offended is more unyielding than a strong city, and quarreling is like the bars of a castle. (Prov. 18:19) Have you ever experienced a conflict with someone that appeared to be impossible to resolve? Did it ever seem like talking/arguing about it made it worse? How have you handled it? Thankfully, those who know Jesus Christ have hope. God, in Proverbs, can he...

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First Things First: Church Priorities

Question: There are so many events happening at City Bible Church. I feel so overwhelmed with the number of options to attend. Are all of these events a priority? How should I prioritize life in the church body? Answer: You should prioritize based on where your elders work hardest to make youcomplete in Christ(Col. 1:28-29). And part of being complete is being "well-bal...

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