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Our Adoption Journey Begins

February 19, 2014March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

Our family has long had a heart for children. We believe that God has a special place in His heart for His little ones. Our goal is to love children with the kind of love that He has for them. One particular way that we hope to show God’s love…

Some clarification on my post about local church youth and children ministry

February 17, 2014March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

I received some feedback about my recent blog post concerning local church youth and children ministry. Most of it was affirming and supportive. I also received some feedback that voiced confusion over my stance towards family-integrated classes. Some wondered if I am opposed to family-integrated ministry. To be clear, I…

Is youth ministry unbiblical? A defense of local church youth and children ministry

February 14, 2014May 4, 2021 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

If I hear one more Christian speaker say that youth ministry is unbiblical I think I’m going to…well, I don’t know what I’m going to do. I guess my frustration level will simply grow. This seems to be a growing trend these days. My frustration centers around two main areas:…

An Update to My Blog Post on the John 3:16 Conference

January 27, 2014March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

I recently blogged about my reaction to my attendance of the John 3:16 conference. Soon after I posted my blog, Dr. David Allen reached out to me. We first spoke via email and then over the phone. Dr. Allen was very gracious, humble, and kind in all the personal conversations…

The Loving Bigot

January 27, 2014March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

“Everyone should have the chance to love whomever they wish.” “Why are you so bigoted towards gay people?” “Who are you to tell women what they must do with their bodies?” These are resounding cries heard from those who are steadfast in their assertion that conservative Christians are hateful bigots. …

My Response to the John 3:16 Conference Held in Owensboro.

September 24, 2013March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

Last night I attended the John 3:16 conference at Macedonia Baptist Church in Owensboro, Kentucky. The subtitle for the conference was “It is Still, Whosoever Will.” A description of the conference said, “This is a night of encouragement and worship celebrating our traditional belief concerning salvation.” The speakers were Dr.…

The Absurdity of an Atheistic Church

February 6, 2013March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

The Sunday Gathering is an Atheistic church that meets in Britain, said to be the first in Britain. A BBC report about the the so-called church can be found here. After watching the video and reading the article concerning the Sunday Gathering I could not help but think that this…

A Display of God’s Providence

October 28, 2012March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

Thursday I spent the morning and afternoon doing something I very much enjoy: hunting. My wife and son were out of town, so I had the rare opportunity to hunt twice in one day. After a dismal morning of seeing only a raccoon and a common house cat, I decided…

Seven Ways to Remain Spiritually Healthy Through the Summer

June 22, 2012March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

As a minister, and particularly as a youth minister, I can testify that numbers at churches traditionally decrease during the Summer. I really don’t fret much over the fact, because I think that it’s natural. However, I believe we all should remember that although our daily lives may change drastically…

My issues with the proposed SBC name change

February 21, 2012March 12, 2016 by Matthew McCraw

Matthew McCraw

I have been very encouraged about the committee that was established to explore the idea of a recommended name change for the SBC. This has been long overdue in my opinion. The name “Southern Baptist” is one that causes confusion in many and anger in many others. I am proud…

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