In this week’s Wednesday night Bible study, we begin Acts 2—the church’s “birthday”—and take time to tie up important loose ends from last week’s discussion. We walk through a handout designed to help you build a chapter-by-chapter binder for Acts...
Welcome to Wellspring’s first Wednesday Night Bible Study of the year. This week is an orientation to the book of Acts—why we’re studying it, how the study will work, and what Acts teaches about the church. We introduce the weekly handout system...
The topic of women in ministry continues to generate deep debate across the Christian world. For some, it is a settled question—one way or the other. For others, it is a theological and pastoral tension they are still navigating. This is not a...
To many Christians, calling Mary the Mother of the Church might sound like a lofty or even unfamiliar title. Isn’t Mary simply the mother of Jesus? Yes—and that’s precisely the point. In becoming the mother of Christ, Mary became something...
The doctrine of apostolic succession is a foundational belief in many Christian traditions, particularly within Roman Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy, and Anglicanism. However, even for those outside these traditions, understanding apostolic...
In an age of individualism, many people ask, “Why should I join a church?” Some believe they can follow Jesus without belonging to a local congregation. Others see church as optional—perhaps a helpful supplement to faith but not essential...
Here we explore the theological significance of mystery, the importance of trust in our faith, and the recurring cycle of human failure and divine redemption. Beginning with Noah’s post-flood story, we examine his role as a “second Adam,” the...
In today’s individualistic culture, many professing Christians believe they can have a relationship with Christ while remaining unaffiliated with any church. However, the historic and biblical understanding of salvation affirms that being a member...
In recent years, the concept of house churches has gained popularity, especially among those who seek a more intimate, organic form of Christian fellowship outside of traditional ecclesial structures. While these gatherings may provide Christian...
In a world full of spiritual confusion and cultural noise, the Church needs shepherds who are not only called but also qualified to lead God’s people in truth. While spiritual gifting and a heart for ministry are vital, Scripture makes it...