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A Century That Formed Us; A Future That Awaits Us
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A Century That Formed Us; A Future That Awaits Us

November/December 2026

The November/December 2026 Christian Standard looks back on a century of Restoration Movement history and the institutions, missions, and convictions shaping its future.

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From the archivesOff on a Side TrackHere is a curious article from 1904 that could have started, “A preacher gets on a train with a Baptist and a Methodist. .…From the archivesWhat’s New? [‘Standing . . . at the Edge of 1969’]– Dec. 28, 1968 – Please forgive me for rerunning yet another classic editorial. This, by my count, is the third week in a…From the archivesRegret for a Preacher Turned SociologistThis editorial from 1910 is—more than anything else—a comparison and commentary on the career choices of Disciples of Christ minister turned sociologist James P.…From the archivesWould You Choose This Man as Your Minister?Our “pulpit was empty.” In the jargon of our church that meant that our professional orator in residence had left us for greener pastures…From the archivesGod’s Love for a Lost WorldWe continue our monthly series of excerpts from Christian Standard, circa 1909. The magazine devoted one issue each month that year to articles of…From the archivesOf Pageantry, Baptism, and the Catholic ChurchA lively editorial page from January 26, 1935, touched on such topics as the activity of the Holy Spirit, the Roosevelts planning to serve…From the archives‘Why All the Different Names?’Barry Cameron wrote this essay about church names in 1989 while he was serving with First Christian Church in Port Charlotte, Florida. Cameron started…From the archivesOrdained by a Grandmother’s Prayer (1978)"I cannot remember when I first decided to enter the ministry," James B. North wrote in 1978. "It seems the decision has always been…From the archivesA Study of Alexander Campbell (Part 2)And now, part 2 of John L. Morrison’s series on Alexander Campbell from 1967.From the archives‘Scriptures that Have Helped Me’ (1983; Part 2)The assignment in fall 1983 was simple and direct: “Write a short paragraph telling of some verse or verses of the Bible that have…From the archivesRenegade PreachersThe “Throwback Thursday” online feature from Christian Standard’s archive has been on hiatus for a few months. We hope it was missed. We resume…From the archivesOwen Crouch’s ‘Study of Acts 2:44, 45’ (1953)Greek scholar Owen Crouch was mentioned earlier this week in an article about Del Harris's induction into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Dr.…From the archives‘The Approved Precedent of the Shepherds’ (1972)Certain groups in Christendom do not observe Christmas nor do they commemorate the birth of Christ under any designation. One such body maintains that…From the archivesHelp for a Fledgling PreacherTwenty years or so after stepping down as editor of Christian Standard, Edwin Hayden penned this reminiscence of four gentlemen who had helped and…From the archives‘Isaac Errett in Michigan’ (1969)"It was in Detroit that [Christian Standard founding editor] Isaac Errett did some of his greatest work, and in Michigan that he labored for…
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Church of ChristThe Straight Fire Podcast: Fresh Perspectives On Timeless TruthsThe Straight Fire Podcast is a Christian podcast from Ministry League Network offering candid, practical conversations…About the show
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Church of ChristThrough the Eyes of Jesus PodcastThrough The Eyes of Jesus Podcast is a Christian show hosted by Walker Howell and Isaiah…About the show
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Church of ChristCommon Grounds Unity Podcast CGU Podcast is Common Grounds Unity’s conversation-based show focused on relational unity across the Stone-Campbell Restoration…About the show
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Independent Christian ChurchSimple Faith with Rusty GeorgeRusty George hosts conversations and short devotional episodes aimed at making faith practical, clear, and Christ-centered.About the show
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Non-DenominationalThe Blind Movie Podcast: The Robertson Family StoryA limited-run companion podcast to The Blind featuring the Robertson family sharing the real stories, faith,…About the show
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Independent Christian ChurchListener’s Commentary Podcast with John WhittakerAn audio Bible teaching podcast from John Whittaker that walks listeners through books of the Old…About the show
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Independent Christian ChurchOne at a Time with Kyle IdlemanOne At A Time, with Kyle Idleman is a Christian conversation podcast featuring interviews and real-life…About the show
Independent Christian ChurchThe Senior Pastor PodcastA podcast from 1801 Media, Inc. featuring retired senior pastors discussing ministry, church leadership, and challenges…About the show
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Independent Christian ChurchThe Redemption StoryA church storytelling podcast from Redemption Christian Church exploring how God has worked through the church’s…About the show
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Independent Christian ChurchThe Waypoint PodcastThe Waypoint Podcast from Waypoint Church Partners features conversations with church leaders about ministry, disciple making,…About the show
Church of ChristThe Stronger Marriage Podcast with Trey & LeaA Christian marriage podcast from Trey and Lea Morgan featuring practical conversations on healthy marriages, family…About the show
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Church of ChristOklahoma Christian University (OC)Oklahoma Christian University (OC) is a private Christian university in Edmond near Oklahoma City, founded in…Church of ChristLubbock Christian University (LCU)Lubbock Christian University (LCU) — Organization Profile Lubbock Christian University (LCU) is a private Christian university…Independent Christian ChurchTavriski Christian Institute (TCI)Tavriski Christian Institute trains Christian leaders for ministry in Ukraine, Central Asia, Eastern Europe, and the…Independent Christian ChurchWorld Gospel OutreachWorld Gospel Outreach serves children and communities in Honduras and Belize through Rancho Ebenezer, serve teams,…Independent Christian ChurchChrist Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, Inc (dba Cram Worldwide, Inc)Christ Reaching Asia Mission Worldwide, known as CRAM Worldwide, serves communities in Asia through evangelism, child…EducationBoise Bible CollegeBoise Bible College is a private Christian Bible college in Boise, Idaho, offering degree and certificate…Independent Christian ChurchMission to Russia InternationalMission to Russia International multiplies churches among Russian-speaking people through church planting, Christian education, discipleship, and…Church of ChristThe Christian Reach MagazineThe Christian Reach is a Dallas-based Christian magazine and e-magazine serving readers and congregations through quarterly…Church of ChristFlorida School of PreachingFlorida School of Preaching (FSOP) in Lakeland, Florida trains preachers through a two-year Bible-focused program, annual…Church of ChristNew Churches of Christ Evangelism (NCCE)New Churches of Christ Evangelism is a Great Lakes church-planting ministry based in Mt. 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