Early Church Archives - Stephen J Bedard

Giving in the Early Church

September 15, 2016April 15, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

As a pastor of a local church, I am all for encouraging people to give financially for the ministry of the church. I also realize that practically, some of that myst go to the maintenance of the building and salary. But I’m uncomfortable when I hear relentless appeals for large amounts of money for things … Read More “Giving in the Early Church” »

How Do You Recognize a Good Church?

August 5, 2014April 22, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Sermons

A sermon preached at First Baptist Church based on Acts 4:32-35. Introduction Sometimes we have preconceived ideas about what something looks like. I remember the first time I met Mike Allen, the former padre in Meaford. He had read Unmasking the Pagan Christ before we met. The first thing he said to me was that … Read More “How Do You Recognize a Good Church?” »

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