Discover how contemporary advertising methods play a vital role in the Church’s commission to preach the gospel of God’s Kingdom as a witness to all nations.
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Being Cautious of an Agenda-Driven Media
We are surrounded by false and confusing messages trying to manipulate us to a worldly perspective. We must use God’s Spirit to exercise “critical thinking” and not simply believe everything we hear or read… particularly in the news… and social…
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May I Have Your Attention Please?
Filmmaker and media consultant Phil Cooke, is quoted as saying, “the most valuable commodity of the 21st century will be undivided attention.” Attention is an important biblical concept as well a critical characteristic of a disciple of Jesus Christ. In…
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How Bad Is It?
In the first of a two-part sermon, Jerry Shallenberger, a local elder serving in Atlanta and Buford, GA, discusses the out-of-control society that we find ourselves living in. There seems to be a cultural war taking place around us. What…
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The Battle Over What You Think
For decades a battle has raged—a battle not for territory, but for hearts and minds. Whether you realize it or not, you and your loved ones are a target of this battle, and the stakes couldn’t be higher!
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Is Our Mass Media Leading Us Astray
Mass media wields tremendous power and influence over today’s society and culture. And often that influence is not good. In fact, it’s much like the false prophets of ancient biblical days.
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The Internet and Our Two-Fold Mission
We are reminded of the mission of the Church and review how the United Church of God is using the Internet to preach the gospel and prepare a people.
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Truthfulness and Honesty
What value does our society put on honesty and truthfulness? It's very apparent from today's advertising techniques that it's different than what the Bible teaches.
