InsideOut 2024 (Christian Counseling Conference)
Posted: July 9, 2024
Back to Basics Clinical and Spiritual Strategies for Anxiety and Depression Friday, October 18th andSaturday, October 19th,2024In-Person (Atlanta, GA)AND Online Register Now (please go to https://www.insideoutccc.com/)) ABOUT THE CONFERENCEOctober 18th… Read More
2024 Broken to Beloved Summit
Posted: January 20, 2024
https://www.brokentobelovedd.org/ THIS WEEK (23-26 Jan 2024): BROKEN TO BELOVED SUMMIT Have you experienced hurt, abuse, or trauma at the hands of the church or its leadership? Do you want to… Read More
Event in Reykjavik, Iceland
Posted: December 29, 2023
Fjósið Hlíðarenda 102 Reykjavík (Við hliðina á Vslsheimilinu) The description in brackets means it is located beside a very well known sports club. Fjósið is á social place for the… Read More
Conference: Ethical Concerns Relating to Gender Dysphoria
Posted: May 8, 2023
Organised by: The Scottish Council on Human Bioethics Date: Saturday 27 May 2023 Venue: Golden Jubilee Hospital, Conference Centre, Inspiration Space Room, Beardmore St, Glasgow, Clydebank G81 4SA… Read More
Tyndale House Day Conference – Edinburgh
Posted: April 1, 2023
THE WORLD OF THE BIBLE: How Scripture fits together & what it means for us today Tyndale House Day Conference in Edinburgh 22nd April 2023 | 9:30–16:00 (BST) We’re coming… Read More
Science and Faith: Enemies or Allies? – Feb 25th
Posted: February 18, 2023
All are invited to this free event. All detail in flyer below.
AIM UK-Ireland: Old Testament Survey
Posted: February 12, 2023
Reasons for signing up for the Old Testament Module I am compiling a set of YouTube shorts giving inspiration for studying the first testament. Click the button below to… Read More
N.T. Wright to Deliver the 2023 Malherbe Plenary Lecture
Posted: February 6, 2023
2023 Abraham J. Malherbe Plenary Speaker Over the course of several years N.T. Wright has been on the shortest of short lists to present a plenary lecture at the CSC…. Read More
2024 BST: Abraham’s Country: Eastern Turkey (20-29 October 2024)
Posted: February 6, 2023
We’re offering three Biblical Study Tours in 2024. The first two (both in February) are in Israel. The third (autumn) is to Turkey. Scroll down for full details. Take a… Read More
Old Testament Survey: AIM UK & Ireland
Posted: February 2, 2023
Introduction to the world of the Old Testament, from the historical & geographical background to the formation of the Old Testament itself. By Thames Valley Churches of Christ Date and time… Read More
Generation Z: The Ongoing Conversation
Posted: January 20, 2023
You Are Invited… Feb 23-25, 2023 In Person at Oklahoma Christian University or virtually For information, the schedule & registration, go to https://www.teleiosconference.com/. Or learn more: Youtube GoogleDrive
Debate with Tom Jump
Posted: January 20, 2023
On Monday 23 January, 9am CT (3pm UK time), I will enter an informal debate with YouTube atheist Tom Jump. To watch the event, please click HERE.
Bridging the Gap – A Special Event
Posted: January 11, 2023
Bridging the Gap – A Special Event God’s word is the standard yesterday, today, and forever. Whether you are a Baby Boomer, Generation X, Y, or Z, God’s word equally… Read More
Divine Hiddenness: A Sender or Receiver Problem?
Posted: December 30, 2022
Divine Hiddenness: A Sender or Receiver Problem? By Kenneth Samples Dec 30 SAVE ▷ LISTEN If the biblical God wants everyone to believe in him and potentially come into a saving… Read More
Live Your Vision—Part One & Part Two Videos, Free
Posted: December 9, 2022
Making 2023 Your Best Year Yet This year my wife has enjoyed tremendously her involvement in Live Your Vision, an excellent life coaching program led by Julie Landi. In November and… Read More
AIM UK & Ireland – next module this Saturday 3rd December
Posted: November 30, 2022
Hi everyone, Just in case you hadn’t heard, the next AIM UK & Ireland module is round the corner – this Saturday in fact. The sessions will be both in-person… Read More
Israel tours: Suggested reading, listening, & viewing
Posted: October 11, 2022
Reading You will find lots of ideas at Tripadvisor. If you’re looking for a comprehensive guidebook, I like the DK Eyewitness Travel volume. If you want something more historical, Steve and Leigh Kinnard lived… Read More
Teleios Society Conference, 23-25 February 2023
Posted: September 28, 2022
I wanted to let you all know that we have been busy planning the 2023 Teleios Society conference. As you know, starting in 2020, we began having “destination” conferences and invited… Read More
4 Evenings — Explorations in Christian faith
Posted: September 22, 2022
Come enjoy any or all four evenings with Dr. Douglas Jacoby, world-renowned Christian Apologist, as he explores with us some fundamental tenets of the Christian faith, and the reasons that… Read More
Coming up! AIM UK & Ireland Christian Doctrine Module (Sept 24, 2022)
Posted: September 1, 2022
AIM UK & Ireland Christian Doctrine Module Christian doctrine is an exploration of the way God intends us to relate to him, one another and the world. It isn’t a… Read More
Free–How to Lead a Grief Journey Group!
Posted: August 20, 2022
Free–Learn how to lead a Grief Journey group! The Grief Journey: Finding Peace in All of Life’s Losses Our time at the World Discipleship Summit in Orlando was amazing. Hundreds… Read More
Cancellation policy: 2024 Israel Tours
Posted: August 11, 2022
Cancel by 1 Jul 2023—receive back 100% of deposit and 100% of balance. Cancel by 1 Aug—receive back 100% of balance only. Cancel by 1 Sep—90% of balance only. Cancel… Read More
Inscripciones Abiertas – Maestría en Estudios Bíblicos en Español
Posted: July 27, 2022
¿Deseas profundizar en el estudio bíblico a nivel posgrado? ¡Toma esta oportunidad! Da click en la imagen para reproducir el video La Escuela de Ministerio y Teología Rocky Mountain (RMSMT) ofrece… Read More
June 2023 Turkey Post-tour
Posted: May 25, 2022
GLOBAL SMYRNA MEETING, 4-10 June, 2023 PART 2 OF THE TOUR: Jun 09 Fri Overnight at Aria Claros hotel, Izmir Jun 10 Sat Visit Miletus, Didyma. Overnight Pamukkale. Jun 11… Read More
2024 Biblical Study Tours: Israel
Posted: May 4, 2022
(Tour A) 17-25 Feb (Tour B) 24 Feb-3 Mar TOUR CANCELED AS OF 24 NOVEMBER 2023 SIGNED UP: 95 (A 49, B 46). NATIONALITIES REPRESENTED: Australia Bulgaria Canada D. R. Congo … Read More
Debate: The Resurrection of Jesus-Mike Licona/Bart Ehrman
Posted: April 1, 2022
In March, I [Mike] was interviewed 8 times on various topics for YouTube. I also lectured on the evidence for Jesus’ resurrection online for a group in India that connected… Read More
2023 Biblical Study Tour: Israel
Posted: March 1, 2022
Signed up: 69. (Post-tour: 26) — TOUR CLOSED .. WALKING WHERE JESUS WALKED We hear a good deal of talk about doing what Jesus would do (WWJD?), but how about walking where… Read More
For anyone interested in AIM UK & Ireland
Posted: January 12, 2022
If you are interested in taking part in the biblical training program AIM UK & IRELAND, please click on this link. Principal teachers: Malcolm Cox, Andy Boakye, Douglas Jacoby (see… Read More
How to be a Helpful Teacher: A conference for Bible teachers (London)
Posted: November 23, 2021
eventbrite From Douglas Jacoby: Brothers and sisters, if you’re in the UK and would like to participate in what I believe will be a truly encouraging event, please consider joining… Read More
Being Human with Jane Goodall & Francis Collins 🔊
Posted: July 15, 2021
Where can we find hope? Watch this sneak peek of Thursday’s conversation, Being Human with Jane Goodall and Francis Collins This is the textbook definition of being out of one’s league—but, wow, was… Read More
“COC & ICOC: The Rift and the Repair – Revisited”
Posted: March 18, 2021
Join us for a conversation. Common Grounds Unity presents this conversation with Dr. Nick Zola & Dr. Douglas Jacoby on Saturday, March 20. Details on the flyer. Zoom meeting link… Read More
The Future of Christian Spirituality: In Our Lives, In Our Churches, and In the Academy
Posted: September 11, 2020
Rolheiser Virtual Conference Flyer – The Future of Christian Spirituality: In Our Lives, In Our Churches, and In the Academy – Nov 12-14, 2020 See this flyer for all the… Read More
Free Webinar for Parents from Covenant Eyes
Posted: August 7, 2020
Statistics show us that kids are being exposed to pornography early, and this is having detrimental effects. This webinar will feature experts from Covenant Eyes who will share valuable statistics, research, and… Read More
LIVE STREAM: N.T. Wright and Francis Collins—A Christian Response to Coronavirus
Posted: July 2, 2020
Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases across the country, what should be the Christian response? Bible scholar N.T. Wright and BioLogos founder Francis Collins, two influential Christian figures and long-time… Read More
King Jesus and the Beauty of Obedience-Based Discipleship
Posted: June 24, 2020
Dear Discipleship-first Friends, This is your invitation to join David Young, myself, Bill Hull, Renee Sproles, and Ben Barnett for a half-day seminar July 1st on an important topic: King Jesus and… Read More
2022 BST Israel (7-14 Feb, post-tour 14-17 Feb)
Posted: June 5, 2020
Signed up: 38. Post-tour: 25 .. WALKING WHERE JESUS WALKED We hear a good deal of talk about doing what Jesus would do (WWJD?), but how about walking where Jesus… Read More
Quarantine Church Con 2020 Video
Posted: April 22, 2020
Thank you for attending QCC2020! Quarantine Church Con 2020 Summary What an incredible time we had together last week! God brought together over 1,000 of his people to be equipped… Read More
“Crucial Conversations in Texas” – Malcolm Cox
Posted: March 9, 2020
Click here for the newsletter podcast version – with extra ‘bits’ The value of conversation As you may know I’ve been in Texas for a few days at the… Read More
The Movie FINDING GUY Free on You Tube
Posted: March 5, 2020
Five Years in the Making & Nominated for Best Documentary & Best Director at the 2018 International Christian Film Festival in Miami Learn More
Paul’s Prison Journey—Malta, Sicily, Italy (29 Oct-8 Nov 2022)
Posted: February 10, 2020
. Participants: 30 (from England, Scotland, Italy, Spain, Canada, and 9 US states) . The apostle Paul was no stranger to prison. As he famously declared, “The Holy Spirit testifies to… Read More
Everyday Disciple Maker: Debbra Stephens
Posted: January 10, 2020
Everyday Disciple Maker: Debbra Stephens CLICK HERE TO LISTEN Whether you work in sales or in a school, whether a preacher or a plumber, there is one… Read More
Christmas Quiz
Posted: December 25, 2019
Take the test (without going online or looking up the answers). Which was Jesus’s birthplace: Nazareth, Bethlehem, Egypt, or Capernaum? What is a manger: baby crib, food trough, soft container, or Christmas cradle?… Read More
Strength in Weakness Workshop – Duluth, GA
Posted: October 18, 2019
Guy Hammond’s Strength in Weakness ministry will be at the Cornerstone Church in Duluth, GA the weekend of Oct. 25-27, 2019. Here are links for more details: https://www.strengthinweakness.org/ 678.957.4715 info@cornerstoneduluth.org
Trinity Debate: Dr. James White v Dr. Shabir Ally
Posted: October 7, 2019
Debate – Tawheed or Trinity: Is God One or Three Divine Persons? Event in Atlanta, GA by Why Should I Believe at Georgia Tech on Wednesday, November 13 2019 6:30-9pm… Read More
Common Grounds – 3rd Chapter in San Diego
Posted: July 30, 2019
Common Grounds (www.cgunity.com) – Third chapter starting in September (9/26, 11:30am-1:00pm) in San Diego. Robert Carrillo is speaking, see flyer with all info here.
Diplomado en Consejería Bíblica 2019
Posted: July 4, 2019
Agosto-Octubre 2019 La Fundación Proyecto Esdras, A. C., en alianza con In-Motion Counseling, presentan este curso especial sobre Consejería Bíblica en sus dos modalidades: División Entrenamiento para Ministros: MTA-BL03 Principios… Read More
Is animal suffering part of God’s good creation? – Common-questions – BioLogos
Posted: June 28, 2019
If God is good, and loving, and powerful, how can we account for the enormous amount of animal (and human) suffering caused by predation, disease, and natural disasters? Traditionally, Christians… Read More
Responses to Spring 2019 BST (Israel)
Posted: June 11, 2019
Participants on the May/June 2019 Israel tour came from Canada, the Bahamas, the U.K., U.S., Cambodia, Zambia, South Africa, Singapore, and Australia. Here are their responses: “This tour brought… Read More
COC & ICOC: The Rift & The Repair-Audio & Notes
Posted: May 9, 2019
Two classes given by Douglas Jacoby & Nick Zola at “The Harbor” Pepperdine Bible Lectures, on May 3, 2019. The two audio lessons are followed by the Powerpoint presentation with… Read More
My experience of the Winter 2019 Israel Tour, by Paul Smith
Posted: February 19, 2019
The Bible Study Tour to Israel in February was truly an inspiring mountaintop experience for me. It is difficult to sum up the amazing sights we saw and experienced, but… Read More
2019 BST Israel
Posted: February 10, 2019
. PAGE 1 of 2 2019 BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR (27 May—3 June) Registered to date: 35. Registered for post-tour: 16. Nationalities of participants: Singapore, Australia, Thailand, Zambia, South Africa, Bahamas,… Read More
Beyond Conflict: Science, Faith, and the Big Questions
Posted: November 2, 2018
Registration is now open for the 2019 BioLogos Conference! March 27-29, 2019, Baltimore, MD Explore the tough questions with top scholars and communicators. As we explore the harmony between science and faith, we’re… Read More
Israel tour biblical notes (by Michelle Wright)
Posted: October 15, 2018
Study Suggestions (by Michelle Wright, 2018) This is in no way an exhaustive guide, but just some thoughts and passages to reflect on while we are in Israel. I hope… Read More
Renew.org – Video 3 (check it out)
Posted: October 11, 2018
Watch this Renew.org video by clicking here.
Most people don’t know this about addiction…
Posted: October 8, 2018
Dear Renew Subscriber, We would like to ask you to make time for a special webinar. It will focus on two of the seven key elements of renewal – Surrendering… Read More
How Can You Invest in a Few to Build a Disciple Making Culture in Your Church?
Posted: October 5, 2018
To the Discipleship-First Community, There is a good deal of literature today on the subject of corporate culture. Culture shapes behavior Culture defines priorities Culture determines outcomes Every organization has… Read More
AIM Class, Sept. 22, North River
Posted: September 21, 2018
We have a great opportunity this Saturday (Sept 22) to attend three classes on Counseling & Psychology. These sessions will equip us to minister to those around us – or maybe… Read More
What is Progressive Christianity and Why is it Dangerous?
Posted: September 18, 2018
Dear Renew Network Subscribers, Would you be interested in some really great Biblical teaching this week? We have two opportunities for you and one other upcoming event that is sure… Read More
How Do You Resist Culture?
Posted: September 5, 2018
Dear Renew Network Subscriber, We are all being discipled. We are all being influenced by the many voices of culture around us every day. It is hard to resist. But… Read More
Israel Winter Tour, February 2019
Posted: August 31, 2018
PAGE 1 of 2 2019 ISRAEL WINTER TOUR (4-11 February) Spaces: 40. Registered to date: 33. THE GROUP, 8 Feb 2019: Benefits of joining the tour: Your faith will… Read More
2018 Biblical Study Tour, 22-29 Oct (or 1 Nov, incl. Post-tour)
Posted: August 27, 2018
2018 TOUR WALK WHERE JESUS WALKED There’s a lot of talk about doing what Jesus would do (WWJD?), but how about walking where Jesus walked? We would like to invite… Read More
BST 2019 Info
Posted: August 27, 2018
Page 2 of 2 How to Register All communication is through email. If you’d like to join the tour, please email me. I’ll add you to the interest list, and then contact… Read More
Wanna see Robby Gallaty’s disciple making blueprint?
Posted: August 26, 2018
The #1 question I’ve gotten since launching Discipleship.Org is this: You’re telling me that there’s a REAL way you can make disciples that make disciples— how is that even possible?… Read More
2018 Biblical Study Tour
Posted: August 25, 2018
The 2018 group, in the Garden of Gethsemane (Photo Mark Mancini) WALK WHERE JESUS WALKED There’s a lot of talk about doing what Jesus would do (WWJD?), but how about… Read More
John Oakes’ journal: Russia, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, and Mongolia
Posted: August 10, 2018
Dr. John Oakes Journal for East and Central Asia teaching trip: Vladivostok, Osaka, Tokyo, Ulan Bataar and Bishkek July, 2018 John Oakes is a recently retired university professor and PhD… Read More
Join This Free Webinar w/ Mandisa: American Idol to Disciple Maker
Posted: August 9, 2018
As the reader of the weekly Discipleship.org newsletter, you are the hero. Most of you are already committed to making disciples. But you face challenges—and we exist to help you with those… Read More
Live Webinar with Bill Hull: The Disciple Making Pastor
Posted: July 31, 2018
Bill Hull’s book, The Disciple Making Pastor, has sold over 150,000 copies. That is a really big seller in the Christian leadership space…I think I know why. The disciple-making pastor cuts through… Read More
Live Webinar with Ken Adams: “The Making of a Disciple Making Church”
Posted: July 24, 2018
In 1989 Ken Adams was the first pastor of Crossroads Church in Newnan, Georgia, which has the purpose to “Be and Build Disciples of Jesus Christ.” With spiritual growth as… Read More
The New Testament – Historically Speaking, by Brian Felushko
Posted: July 17, 2018
Understanding the New Testament Historically Do you ever struggle with any of the content in the New Testament (NT) books? Do you ever wonder how their messages, now 2000 years… Read More
Learn More at this Year’s Pre-Forum Gatherings, Bobby Harrington
Posted: July 16, 2018
We are a little over three months out from the National Disciple Making Forum on October 25-26th and last week many of you purchased tickets. Last year we had over… Read More
How to Move from Informational to Relational Discipleship
Posted: June 26, 2018
Maybe you are like most church leaders in North America – you are confused about what is meant by the expression “discipleship”. Is it a class? Is it Bible… Read More
2018 Israel tour itinerary (provisional)
Posted: June 21, 2018
Oct 22 Mon: Arrive Tel Aviv 1900 Welcome dinner at hotel (Metropolitan) Oct 23 Tue: Caesarea Maritima – Mt. Carmel – Magdala – Sea of Galilee 0630 Wakeup call 0700 … Read More
Diplomado en Bienestar Psicológico 2018, ¡Inscripciones Abiertas!
Posted: June 12, 2018
Ya está lista nuestra nueva edición 2018 del Diplomado en Bienestar Psicológico que ha ayudado a decenas de personas en todo el continente americano y en Europa. Da click para… Read More
Disciple Maker’s Forum – Introducing: The Main Session Speakers
Posted: May 29, 2018
From Bobby Harrington, Executive Director, Discipleship.org: I am excited about the Main Sessions we have planned for our upcoming National Disciple Making Forum. We have confirmed six of our main sessions… Read More
Refresh: Ready for College (from RZIM)
Posted: May 21, 2018
Are you a high school upperclassman or a college freshman? Then don’t miss out on ReFresh. As students, you know what it’s like to be surrounded by questions. It can be… Read More
World Premiere of Seals of Isaiah and Hezekiah
Posted: May 16, 2018
Sponsored content brought to you by Armstrong International Cultural Foundation May 16, 2018
Diplomado “CONOCE” 2018 – ¡Inscripciones Abiertas!
Posted: May 8, 2018
Click here for all the details.
North Carolina Israel Tour (2-9 November 2019)
Posted: April 24, 2018
Registered to date: 79. Below: Spring 2019 tour WALKING WHERE JESUS WALKED We hear a good deal of talk about doing what Jesus would do… Read More
North Carolina Leaders Israel Tour (Nov 2019)
Posted: April 24, 2018
(2-9 November) WALKING WHERE JESUS WALKED We hear a good deal of talk about doing what Jesus would do (WWJD?), but how about walking where Jesus walked? Benefits of… Read More
Millennials & the Degradation of Truth (Unboxed 2018)
Posted: April 6, 2018
This is my PowerPoint from the 2018 Unboxed Conference in Long Beach, California, 5-7 April 2018. Unboxed-Truth-1-2-1
What’s your favorite discipleship material?
Posted: March 23, 2018
At Discipleship.org, we aggregate top discipleship material, resources, and channels to help you as a disciple maker. In order to do that, we’re asking for your input! Answer our brief… Read More
Are Suffering and God’s Love Compatible?
Posted: March 21, 2018
Greg Koukl highlights important connections between God’s love and human suffering. Watch video here.
The Productivity Paradox: A Better Way to Boost Focus & Efficiency
Posted: March 21, 2018
Productivity’s Paradox by Michael Hyatt What if trying to get more done was actually making us less productive? Workplace culture preaches longer days and buckled-down efforts to do more, faster… yet our success falters…. Read More
International Bible Teaching Ministry (2017 summary)
Posted: December 21, 2017
Cities of ministry Accra (Ghana) Atlanta, Georgia Boston, Massachusetts Calgary (Canada) Denver, Colorado Durban (South Africa) Fayetteville, North Carolina Jacksonville, Florida Jerusalem etc. (Israel) Johannesburg (South Africa) Kumasi (Ghana) Lusaka… Read More
Digital Access to National Disciple Making Forum: Now Available
Posted: December 18, 2017
Now available: Digital access to the main sessions from this year’s National Disciple Making Forum The digital access pass is called, “Becoming a Disciple Maker,”and it’s available for only $9.99. Access these… Read More
Finley on Richard Rohr’s Emerging Church, A New Reformation
Posted: December 13, 2017
Monday, November 27, 2017 I believe that what some refer to as the “emerging church” is a movement of the Holy Spirit. Movements are the energy-building stages of things, before… Read More
Black Friday & Giving Thanks
Posted: November 21, 2017
by Jon Sherwood During the greatest shopping weekend in the U.S. (and a vital part of the national economy – as 30-40% of retail shopping happens between black Friday and Christmas)… Read More
A Warning About Professional Sports (David Cloud, relayed by Mark Cahill)
Posted: October 19, 2017
Read an intriguing and challenging piece on the spiritual (or not-so-spiritual) side of professional sports. As with all guest articles, they are posted to make us think (not because all content… Read More
Understanding Love, Sex, and Marriage, by Dave Lomas
Posted: September 23, 2017
Dave Lomas speaks on the sexual brokenness found in the Old Testament, which points to our own desperate need for God’s renewing grace in Genesis 38. Watch the video here.
Francis Chan’s letter to a would-be adulterer
Posted: September 2, 2017
I Would Rather Die Letter to a Would-be Adulterer Fear, discipline, and mission are all good motivations in pursuit of holiness and purity, but I have discovered a deeper reason… Read More
Feb 2019 Israel Tour Info Page
Posted: August 31, 2017
Page 2 of 2 How to Register All communication is through email. If you’d like to join the tour, please email me. I’ll add you to the interest list, and then contact… Read More
How to Read the Bible (Charles Spurgeon)
Posted: August 25, 2017
Matthew 12:3 He answered, “Haven’t you read what David did when he and his companions were hungry?” Listen to Spurgeon’s sermon here.
Great New Book on Women & Church Leadership, by Ron Highfield
Posted: August 22, 2017
1 July 2017 | Los Angeles Highfield Takes a Unique Perspective on Women in Leadership for Conservative Churches Ron Highfield. Four Views on Women and Church Leadership: Should Bible-Believing (Evangelical) Churches… Read More
“Is the Church an Institution?” by Brian Felushko
Posted: August 22, 2017
Anyone who has been a Christian for very long should know what the church is – we know that it is people. The Greek word that is translated as “church”… Read More
We need your prayers – Guy Hammond
Posted: August 8, 2017
Loved ones and friends, Thank you for the overwhelming response shown in the good wishes and prayers you offered us over the last week. Let me give you a straightforward… Read More
When exorcists need help, they call him
Posted: August 6, 2017
He is an Ivy League-educated “man of science.” He’s also the man exorcists call for help. Here’s how one psychiatrist became a believer in demonic possession. www.cnn.com
BST 2018 Info
Posted: July 5, 2017
How to Register All communication is through email. If you’d like to join the tour, please email me. I’ll add you to the interest list, and then contact you personally. Once you’re in… Read More
2017 Global Report on Where Christians Are Persecuted Today
Posted: June 21, 2017
VOM’s 2017 Global Report on the persecution of Christians worldwide has been created to help guide your prayers for our persecuted brothers and sisters in some of the world’s most… Read More
“Jesus Misquoted” – D. Jacoby
Posted: March 25, 2017
North River’s sermon series on Jesus Christ. In Jesus Misquoted, I zeroed in on the most quoted (and misunderstood) verse in the entire Bible, Matthew 7:1. Click here to watch… Read More
Violence, the Bible & the Qur’an — final version now available.
Posted: March 20, 2017
The final version of my debate in Toronto with Sheikh Shabir Ally is now available. The event (just under 2 hours) can be viewed ar the YouTube link.
Beyond Reasonable Doubt – Part 1 of Christian Evidences
Posted: March 3, 2017
This is the first of a series on ‘The Evidence’ being presented by Douglas Jacoby on the first Thursday of the month at the North River Church of Christ in… Read More
Frank & Erica Kim to Atlanta (North River), 10-12 Mar 2017
Posted: February 28, 2017
The Kims will deliver a number of lessons to the North River church: Campus Ministry lesson Women’s Day, Empowered by Grace. Sunday preaching Youth & Family workshop Frank is CEO… Read More
Watch live debate on ‘Violence, the Qur’an and the Bible’ on 2/27
Posted: February 26, 2017
Douglas will debate with Shabir Ali, a Muslim Imam, on the University of Toronto on Monday, February 27 at 7pm. Watch it live here.
In-town (Intown) Classes on Core Doctrine
Posted: February 12, 2017
The .pdf file contains the handout for class one (Feb 2017) as well as three more pages from class two (Apr 2017). If you are looking for class 2, don’t… Read More
“Jesus: Legend, Liar, Lunatic, or LORD?” – D. Jacoby
Posted: February 11, 2017
Sermon given on Sunday, January 29, 2017 at the North River Church of Christ in Atlanta, GA. https://vimeo.com/201575617
Madrid Update from Daniel Berk
Posted: January 24, 2017
Report from Madrid Greetings from Madrid, Spain! I made my plunge into Europe in August of 2016, which was made possible with a scholarship from the International Bible Teaching Ministry,… Read More
Syllabus for BT 696
Posted: January 23, 2017
Lincoln University M.A. students, click for syllabus for Christian Theology & World Views. BT 696 Syllabus 2017 version 3
2016’s Three Vital Lessons about Death, by Daniel C. Berk
Posted: January 3, 2017
December 30, 2016 The latest news has included a series of unexpected and internet-virally contagious celebrity deaths, including the tragedy of Carrie Fisher shortly tragically followed by her mother Debbie Reynolds…. Read More
Sheep Not Goats Year-End Update/Newsletter
Posted: December 31, 2016
Note: Steve Jacoby is Douglas’ younger brother. We hope that you enjoy this brief update about the 2016 work in Nicaragua. Thank you for your encouragement and support, and Happy… Read More
How Neo-Marxists Changed American Popular Music… and Culture
Posted: August 28, 2016
by Jefrey D. Breshears Two Paths to the Bottom In their book, How Now Shall We Live?, authors Charles Colson and Nancy Pearcey contrast the dystopian predictions of George Orwell’s Nineteen… Read More
FFTF São Paulo
Posted: May 7, 2016
2017 Sci and Faith Brasil Jorge: About the Archaeology PowerPoint (below): Some slides have a lot of text. Feel free to erase the text (but keep any pictures). Or leave… Read More
Spiritual Life
Posted: April 12, 2016
The Bible places far more emphasis on who we are inside than on how we behave or appear to others. We have all seen too many comrades-in-arms fall, not rebounding… Read More
Holy Spirit Series by Daniel C. Berk
Posted: March 29, 2016
Part 2 of Daniel’s series on the Holy Spirit can be read in his newsletter here. To sign up for all of his newsletters, go to www.danielcberk.com.
Guy Hammond’s Real Life Video Lesson #4
Posted: February 4, 2016
Living Your Life Carefully Click here for this lesson, where you can also sign up for more.
CYBERATTACK ON 1/1 and 1/2 — BACK TO NORMAL?
Posted: January 2, 2016
The traffic jam caused by international hackers is huge! Atlanta seems to be the target. We are good to go right now, but access may be intermittent until all proper… Read More
Lessons from the Protestant Reformation
Posted: November 8, 2015
Here are the links for the major classes given in the 2015 Biblical Study Tour. The theme was “Finding God When the Church is Adrift,” and the teaching took place in… Read More
Does your Marriage Need Adventure, Mission and Romance?
Posted: November 5, 2015
Friends, family and colleagues, Most of us have been a witness to troubled marriages, perhaps our own. So what are some of the secrets to selecting and enjoying exciting, mutually… Read More
The Holy Spirit / Der Heilige Geist, Part 3
Posted: October 23, 2015
Third of 3 classes done by Douglas in Berlin, Germany on 20 October 2015. Audio and video options below. Audio: Video:
The Holy Spirit / Der Heilige Geist, Part 2
Posted: October 19, 2015
The second of 3 classes done in Berlin, Germany on 13 October 2015. Audio: Video:
The Holy Spirit / Der Heilige Geist, Part 1
Posted: October 12, 2015
First of 3 classes done in Berlin, Germany on 6 Oct. 2015. Click links below for both audio or video. Audio: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0B6SdDVVnGCKFdEFkS1E5eDJrdEE&usp=sharing Video:
Biblical Study Tour: ISRAEL with Douglas Jacoby & Steve Kinnard 24-31 Oct 2016
Posted: September 30, 2015
WALK WHERE JESUS WALKED For those who love the Scriptures, the Biblical Study Tour opens a panorama of both history and imagination. The BST takes us to places of biblical… Read More
Paradigm Shift Webinar Recording
Posted: September 29, 2015
In case you missed the webinar! Done on Sept 28, 2015 with Jamie Robbins & Douglas Jacoby http://jacksonvillechurch.tv/next-steps/ The webinar is the first recording you’ll see; the 10 ‘Paradigm Shift’… Read More
Cancellation Policy: BST 2023
Posted: September 2, 2015
2023 TOUR Cancel by 1 Jul 2022—receive back 100% of deposit and 100% of balance. Cancel by 1 Aug—receive back 50% of deposit and 100% of balance. Cancel by 1… Read More
The Long Journey to Faith
Posted: August 10, 2015
by Douglas Jacoby We would like to encourage you with the story of Michael Jacobs, 59, of Marietta, Georgia. Mike was brought up Jewish (bar mitzvah, rich cultural heritage, values… Read More
A Christian’s Response to US Supreme Court Decision on Gay Marriage
Posted: June 28, 2015
Click here to read Guy Hammond’s (Strength in Weakness Ministry) response to the decision handed down on July 27, 2015 by the US Supreme Court
Non-Resistance in the Churches of Christ
Posted: June 25, 2015
Audio interviews on the legacy of Non-Resistance in the Churches of Christ: an interview with Tom Jones and another with Chuck Pike http://relate4ever.com/tom-a-jones-interview http://relate4ever.com/chuckpike-interview-2014
BST 2015 Update
Posted: May 31, 2015
For a Biblical Study Tour update. listen to the short audio (just 5 minutes) by Douglas Jacoby. Recorded 31 May 2015.
Is the KJV (King James Version) the true Bible?
Posted: May 25, 2015
The King James Version, translated 1611, has been a cherished and favorite of millions of Bible readers. Some claim that the KJV alone is “authorized” — that this version is… Read More
Elizabeth Laing Thompson website / parenting blog
Posted: March 13, 2015
My writer friend Elizabeth Laing Thompson has launched a new author site, including a parenting blog for Christian families. It’s a helpful, honest, and humorous resource for parents who are… Read More
What is the Real “Age of the Earth” Issue, by John Clayton
Posted: February 15, 2015
Adapted, with permission, from Does God Exist? January/February 2015, pp.3-9. Several years ago a spruce tree was discovered in Sweden that was determined by carbon dating to be 9,550 years… Read More
NTI class 2 — 21 passages, 45 terms, 40 Greek and Aramaic words
Posted: February 15, 2015
This podcast (and the notes) are for AIM students. The material is for NTI. To listen to the podcast, click on the play arrow. The total length is 55 minutes…. Read More
2015 BST: Berlin, Wittenberg, Zurich, Geneva
Posted: January 26, 2015
2015 Biblical Study Tour: Finding God when the church is adrift Zurich, Switzerland BST, 24-31 October 2015 UPDATE Click to listen to a brief update… Read More
Gospel discrepancies (radio program w/Mike Licona)
Posted: November 10, 2014
Here’s a link to a fast-paced 40-minute interview — Steve Noble interviewing my friend Mike Licona — on gospel differences. Mike is an expert on the character of ancient biography. Ancient… Read More
Anyone want to help with the Book fund?
Posted: August 18, 2014
SPECIAL TEACHING MATERIALS SUPPORT Wherever I go I bring teaching materials. In less affluent nations, I sell them below cost or give them away. Making a donation towards the Third… Read More
Just War debate
Posted: May 8, 2014
Think biblically about how we are to relate to our enemies. Who has the stronger position: those who advocate “just war” or those who teach that Christians are forbidden to… Read More
Child Witches
Posted: April 16, 2014
CHILD ‘WITCHES’ MURDERED IN NIGERIA — Since 1999, reports Tihomir Kukolja, thousands of innocent children in Nigeria have been falsely branded as witches and killed by superstitious relatives. Much of Nigerian… Read More
Jesus Christ: Prince of Peace or God of War? – Douglas Jacoby
Posted: February 25, 2014
To watch video, click on link: http://vimeo.com/81639585 Jesus Christ: Prince of Peace or God of War? Douglas Jacoby, 2013 Harvard University Observations 1. O.T. Church-state. Although priesthood and monarchy were separate,… Read More
Q&A 1354 – “Apostolos” in 1 Corinthians
Posted: December 21, 2013
I am trying to study the meaning of apostolos in 1 Corinthians, and in some sense, it seems to mean an official ambassador sent out on a mission from a… Read More
Q&A 1353 – Nations More Powerful Than God?
Posted: December 12, 2013
Zechariah 1:15 and Isaiah 47:6 confuse me. How did nations go far beyond what God intended? In the Book of Job, God put a limit on what Satan could do… Read More
What Does the Bible Say about Tithing?
Posted: August 23, 2013
What Does the Bible Say about Tithing? Introduction “Tithe” means 10%. It is not a synonym for “contribution.” Most Christians give away nowhere near 10% of their income. It is… Read More
Test Event
Posted: August 11, 2013
Title: Test EventLocation: Athens Church of ChristDescription: Test descriptionDate: 2013-08-09
CHURCH HISTORY WEEKEND READING
Posted: July 31, 2013
For all attending the Early Church History seminar with David Bercot, a little advance reading will help you to get the most out of the weekend. Most of us will have read… Read More
Engagements 2007-2024
Posted: July 31, 2013
2024 (events in-person [not online] unless noted) Reykjavik, Iceland — Where Is God in this Crazy World? European School of Missions (Paris, by Zoom)—World Religions (4 sessions in Q1) San… Read More
THEME for International Teachers’ Seminar, Patmos & Ephesus
Posted: July 31, 2013
THEME FOR 13th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL TEACHERS’ SEMINAR PATMOS & EPHESUS, 8-9 NOVEMBER 2007 Having solicited ideas from many teachers worldwide, it seems the best theme for our 2007 rendezvous will… Read More
2006 International Teachers’ Seminar feedback
Posted: July 31, 2013
Responses to the 12th Annual International Teachers’ Conference (November 2006, Washington DC) “The conference was a very encouraging and fulfilling time! In the spirit of Psalm 18:25, I was very… Read More
Listen to DJ on the Debbie Chavez show (recorded 28 May 2013). Topic: Heaven & Hell.
Posted: May 28, 2013
Listen to DJ on the Debbie Chavez show (recorded 28 May 2013). Topic: Heaven & Hell.
Latin American Teaching Ministry Report
Posted: February 11, 2013
The video (just a few minutes long) is an inspiring update on the teaching ministry in Latin America. My colleague in Mexico is Arturo Elizarraras. We have been connected since… Read More
2013 BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR: ATHENS-PATMOS-EPHESUS
Posted: September 6, 2012
BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR (and International Teachers’ Seminar) 19-26 October, 2013 (The 2014 tour location is being considered: Rome/Pompeii, Israel, and Switzerland are probably the front runners.) The annual Biblical Study Tour… Read More
Gulet
Posted: May 20, 2011
The May/June 2016 BAS group is comprised of the Asia Minor Research Center, Bethel University, the Biblical Archaeology Society, Calvin Theological Seminary, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, Greensboro College, Huntington University,… Read More
If All Of The Sudden You Can No Longer Log In
Posted: August 13, 2009
If All Of The Sudden You Can No Longer Log In Check your email for messages from PayPal indicating that your credit card needs to be updated. Go to you… Read More
Report: 12th International Teachers’ Seminar, Washington DC
Posted: November 30, 2006
Responses to the 12th Annual International Teachers’ Conference (November 2006, Washington DC) have been very positive: “The conference was a very encouraging and fulfilling time! In the spirit of Psalm… Read More
A response to LaGard Smith’s Who Is My Brother?, by John Lang
Posted: October 17, 2006
A response to LaGard Smith’s Who Is My Brother?, by John Lang Read the article by downloading the pdf below. Available Downloads: Article (.pdf – 503k)
2006 Biblical Manuscripts Weekend – July 14-15
Posted: July 13, 2006
How much do you know about how the Bible came together, or how it was copied? Are you confident that you can refute the arguments of skeptics who treat the… Read More
Who Is My Brother? (2006 Teachers’ Seminar)
Posted: July 5, 2006
‘WHO IS MY BROTHER?’ 12th Annual International Teachers’ Seminar ‘ November 16-19, Jurys Hotel, Washington, DC Previous locations: London, Jerusalem, Paris, Berlin, Athens, Chicago, Rome WHO IS MY BROTHER? This… Read More
Ancient Athens: Gossip and Gospel
Posted: November 10, 2005
November 2nd, 2005– Opening lesson for the 11th Annual International Teachers’ Seminar. To read the whole article download the word document or pdf below. Available Download: Article (.doc – 45k)
2005 International Teachers’ Seminar Program
Posted: November 2, 2005
This is an update on the upcoming 11th annual International Teachers’ Seminar. The plan has now been finalized by Gordon Ferguson, Andy Fleming, and myself. We are very excited about… Read More
Russia & Ukraine report
Posted: October 26, 2005
Report on October 2005 visit to Moscow, Kiev, Dnepropetrovs’k, and Chernobyl.
AIM-PHILIPPINES LAUNCH
Posted: October 5, 2005
Church leaders from 16 congregations converged on Manila September 21-24, 2005, for the much anticipated AIM-Philippines launch. Douglas Jacoby led nearly forty eager students, some having traveled four hundred miles… Read More
AIM Session VII Report: Chuck Lucas Speaks
Posted: September 5, 2005
22-27 August 2005 we conducted AIM Session VII, with units on Church History (10 hours), World Religions (10 hours), and Campus Ministry (5 hours). Students converged from Georgia, California, Colorado,… Read More
2005 ITS and BST : Athens, Greece
Posted: June 7, 2005
ATHENS 2005 — ITS & BST PROGRAMS If you’re contemplating coming to Athens for the 11th annual International Teachers’ Seminar (2-4 November) and/or the Athens & Corinth Biblical Study Tour… Read More
Rogue Valley Church of Christ Begins (Southern Oregon)
Posted: June 4, 2005
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the LORD rejoices to see the work begin.” ‘ Zechariah 4:10 The Rogue Valley Church of Christ took off on May 1st for… Read More
Dallas report, 15 May 2005
Posted: May 29, 2005
Submitted by DFW Church of Christ On a recent visit May 14-15, 2005, Douglas Jacoby inspired the Dallas disciples to cast off old ways of thinking and challenged them to… Read More
Acts 2:38 and Understanding Purpose
Posted: May 20, 2005
Click to read this article by Douglas. Acts 238 and Understanding Purpose
Israeli-Palestinian Speaking Tour, by Aziz Sarah
Posted: May 17, 2005
US Tour by Aziz Abu Sarah It’s been two weeks since I have got back from the USA trip. I traveled around the East Cost. I was invited by different… Read More
Douglas Jacoby’s Teaching Weekend in Jamaica, by Camille Taylor
Posted: May 4, 2005
by Camille Taylor, member of the Kingston Church of Christ The members of the Kingston Church of Christ were treated to faith-building lessons and presentations conducted by Douglas Jacoby during… Read More
Report: Minneapolis/St Paul, by David Barnes
Posted: February 14, 2005
The Minneapolis/St.Paul Church of Christ enjoyed a weekend filled with inspirational teaching from Dr. Douglas Jacoby. The weekend saw extra encouragement as the brothers and sisters from Madison, WI joined… Read More
Report: Manila, Philippines, by Rolan Monje
Posted: February 1, 2005
January 2005 Douglas Jacoby’s visit to Manila was a breath of fresh air, a great start for the New Year. After his teaching time in Hong Kong, Doug flew a… Read More
Report: Accra, Ghana, by Ope Babalola
Posted: January 31, 2005
Dr. Douglas Jacoby was in Accra, Ghana, from January 5th – January 10th [2004] to conduct a teaching workshop. This was his first trip to West Africa. The sessions were… Read More
2005 Biblical Study Tour: Athens
Posted: December 23, 2004
Through the years, the BIBLICAL STUDY TOUR has focused on a number of remarkable cities: London, Jerusalem, Paris, Berlin, Athens, Chicago, Rome. In 2004 over 150 persons converged on Rome–the… Read More
Rome 2004 report
Posted: November 15, 2004
10th Annual International Teacher’s Seminar & Inaugural Biblical Study Tour ROME, ITALY – Report by Steve Staten November 2004 Rome is called both the eternal city and the city of… Read More
Chicago International Leadership Conference Report (revised for accuracy)
Posted: October 1, 2004
2004 INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE Douglas Jacoby (Athens, Georgia) I’ve just returned from the 2004 International Leadership Conference in Chicago. Since the decentralization of the International Churches of Christ in 2002,… Read More
2004 South East Family Bible Conference
Posted: July 22, 2004
Like so many recent conferences taking place around the world, the Orlando get-together was superb for several reasons. First, those who attended truly wanted to be there. I was present… Read More
Abilene Christian Lectureship Report
Posted: March 2, 2004
A Conversation Between the Churches of Christ and the International Churches of Christ Note: Although I was not present at the Abilene lectureship, I believe a good few of my… Read More
Baltic Conference Report
Posted: March 1, 2004
February 13th-16th I was in Stockholm, the snowy city where our family lived 1989-1992. As always, the return visit was a joyous reunion, and it was heartening to see so… Read More
Middle East Conference Report
Posted: March 1, 2004
On Wednesday 18th February 2004, I met Middle East leaders from a dozen nations in a conference headed up by Andy Fleming. Though Arabic was language of choice, I spoke… Read More
Tokyo Teaching Weekend, 2004
Posted: January 16, 2004
Douglas Jacoby just returned from a teaching tour in Tokyo, Japan. Here are some responses from Christians there who attended: * “Thank you for your great lessons and insights. I… Read More
I.T.S. 2003 REPORT
Posted: November 17, 2003
REPORT: Discerning the Times International Teachers’ Seminar Chicago, 7-11 November 2003 The International Teachers’ Seminar, since 1995, has been a fellowship/teaching time for persons around the world who are involved… Read More
CROSSROADS REUNION!
Posted: November 6, 2003
REPORT FROM AN OUTSIDER Last weekend, 31 October-2 November, hundreds of Christians converged on Gainesville, Florida, for a very large family reunion. This was the 30th anniversary of the founding… Read More
2003 Euro Trip Update 1: London, Geneva, Zurich, Lyon
Posted: October 3, 2003
In September [2003] I was honored to make a tour of 4 European cities, initially at the invitation of the Geneva church. One reason I was eager to return to… Read More
2015 EPS, EPS Apol, and SBL
Posted: November 23, 2000
Some of the classes I attended in the three conferences (17-25 Nov 2015): The impact of the Christian Faith, Is Jesus the Only Way?, Marriage & Divorce, Homosexuality, Contraception, Family… Read More