Full Gospel Tabernacle Church

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

What does Jesus think about Homosexuality?

Is homosexuality a sin? It’s an age-old question, and there are people on both sides of the debate, each quoting their Bibles. How do we know who’s right? What would Jesus do if he were…

Apostle Jeffrey Woody Installs a New Pastor

By Journalist Ms. Jones NEWBURGH – “It’s not easy starting a ministry from scratch… That’s what we did. When God sends you out… God will meet every need. We are here almost 21 years later in a building that belongs to us. We’re no renters… 55,000 square feet all because of our obedience to God. […]

This Sunday’s service: “Can Change Do Us Good?”

Big changes can be stressful, and we often meet them with dread. How can we look forward with anticipation to the inevitable changes in our lives? The Reverend Frieda Gillespie will address that qu…

Single mums finding acceptance in church

The days of castigating unmarried women with kids are ending

10 Ways to Communicate With the Holy Spirit

Understanding the third person of the Holy Trinity is important to every life of the believer. One key to this is communication. Here are 10 ways the Holy Spirit talks to us.

Why I’m Coming Out as a Christian

I’m not scared that non-believers will make me feel like an outcast. I’m scared that Christians will.

What To Do When Cancel Culture Comes To Your Church

As the controversial idea of becoming “woke” pervades our culture, I’ve been getting more and more questions from pastors and ministry leaders about what to do if 'cancel culture' supporters come after their church or ministry. I thought I’d start by asking two highly respected communication consultants who happen to be friends - Johnnie Moore, founder of The KAIROS Company and Larry Ross, Founder of A…

Missions, Denominations, and Honest Questions

What role do denominations play in the work of the local church and the broader mission of God?

Why Christians Are More Than Senders or Goers

Everyone has a role to play in the Great Commission. You and your fellow church members are more than senders, goers, or disobedient. Here’s why.

One of the Greatest Dangers Facing the Church

15 Awkward Church Moments Everyone Tries to Avoid

Love church? Us too, but every once in a while there's a situation, let's say an awkward one, that's just unavoidable. Here's a short list of 'em.

7 Reasons You Should Invite (Some) People to Leave Your Church

Sometimes, one of the most effective mission-accomplishing moves is to invite people to leave.

8 Ways Your Church Can Be More Welcoming to Guests

Here are some things that would help make your church more welcoming to visitors.

Don’t Like How Your Church Is Changing? This Is For You

My tribute to those who feel left behind when you don’t recognize your own church anymore.

Building the Church: A Plea to Pastors (and Laypeople)

There’s more to a pulpit than a link to the past. Pulpits aren’t about tradition. They’re not about the “way we’ve always done it.” Pulpits are about building the church on the Word of God.