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One Year In: The 10 Most-Read Articles from PtP

10/6/2017

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One year ago today, the four of us agreed to partner together and start the Pursuing the Pursuer blog, and we have thoroughly enjoyed the journey! At the outset, we committed to pursuing four things: 1) Pursuing Balance - we are committed to comparing every tradition, reaction, and fad against the truths of Scripture. Only when you are grounded in Scripture will you find the balance that guards against the constant pendulum swing of our culture. 2) Pursuing Accountability - we recognize that we are four young guys with very little experience, so we committed to being accountable to each other with each post we write by reviewing, critiquing, revising, and polishing each other's work. We hope that this process keeps less (not all) youthful mistakes from entering the blogosphere. 3) Pursuing Clarity -  We try to stay away from being a "click-bait" blog. We want to rely on Scripture's clarity rather than our own creativity, and so we have committed to basing every article we write on Scriptural truth. 4) Pursuing Hope - Ultimately, we want to proclaim the incredible hope we have in Jesus Christ. Our world is full of pain and sorrow, and people are looking for answers. We are convinced that Scripture has the answer to all of life's questions, and we want this blog to be a channel of hope for those who seek it. 

So, without further ado, here are the 10 most-read articles from our first year with PtP (a.k.a. the 10 articles that were read by people other than our moms and best friends). We hope you are challenged, instructed, and encouraged as we continue our pursuit of the Pursuer.

Stop Trying to Reach Millennials

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Is it helpful to lump people into generational categories (like "Millennials") and form your ministry philosophy around their perceived unique characteristics? Or could it, in fact, be harmful to the health of your local church?

The Heart of Modesty

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Rachel Hicks provides a refreshing and biblical approach to the hotly debated topic of modesty in PtP's first guest article. 

Why Don't Men Sing?

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Why are men often guilty of spiritual apathy in worship? This article explores the connection between lack of fervency in worship to a lack of biblical knowledge. 

No, Not All Sin is the Same

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"All sin is the same in God's eyes" is a common saying among Christians, but is it Scriptural? This article argues  that, in fact, God's Word does not view all sin as the same.

Three Really Bad Excuses for Viewing Immorality

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When trying to justify our entertainment choices, we're full of excuses. Those excuses, however, are seldom grounded in Scripture. Here are three particularly dangerous (and pretty lousy) excuses Christians make for viewing immorality in their entertainment.

Worship: It's More than You Think

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If a music style is first thing you think of when you hear the word "worship," you might have a wrong view of worship. A life of worship is far deeper than the songs we sing on Sunday - it's a life of obedience and submission to God's Word. Without this, our songs of worship mean nothing.

The Danger of Nitpicky Christianity

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Where do you draw the line between defending the faith and divisive nitpicking? This article explores the sinful tendencies that arise even when we think that we are standing for the truth.

The Church Isn't Optional

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How much do you value the church? This collaborative article confronts our wrong conclusions about the individual Christian's level of involvement in the local church. 

How Valuable is Children's Ministry?

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Children's Ministry is often relegated to a secondary priority in the local church, but it could be the most important thing your church ever does. 

Should You Avoid Church Membership?

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Is church membership really necessary? Can't I grow just as well without being a member of a local assembly of believers? This article highlights both the necessity and the beneficial nature of church membership.
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