Author Archives: beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

“What Christmas is All About”

Posted on December 12, 2017 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

In Sweden, there is a church in a little town with a crucifix hanging in an unusual place.  It is directly in front of the pulpit so that it is visible to the person behind the pulpit.  It has been … Continue reading →

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“AMERICA – WE HAVE A PROBLEM”

Posted on July 13, 2017 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

We all remember that radio transmission from Apollo 13, “Houston, we have a problem.” Well, America has a problem…an illiteracy problem… Biblical illiteracy to be precise. A recent LifeWay Survey reports only 22% say they spend time reading God’s Word … Continue reading →

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“I WOULD BE MORE INTERESTED IN LISTENING TO CHRISTIANS IF…”

Posted on May 18, 2017 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

LifeWay Research and the Billy Graham Center for Evangelism recently asked unchurched Americans the above question and received the following answers: I saw Christians treating others better – 32% I saw Christians caring for people’s needs – 31% I saw … Continue reading →

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“HOW TO GET THEM IN THE DOOR”

Posted on March 15, 2017 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

So often we struggle to come up with strategies that are successful in getting our unchurched friends and neighbors to come to church. A article in the Spring 2017 issue of On Mission, NAMB’s quarterly publication, addressed this matter. It … Continue reading →

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“RESPONDING TO A FRIEND WHO HAS WALKED AWAY FROM GOD”

Posted on February 8, 2017 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

We all know someone who has lost interest in spiritual things. Maybe that person has stopped attending church.  How is one to respond to a friend who seemingly walks away from God? David Sanford’s article in the Winter issue of … Continue reading →

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“HELP, I HAVE A HERETIC IN MY CHURCH”

Posted on December 14, 2016 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

LifeWay Research reports that “Most Americans believe in God, the Bible, and a few heresies. An online survey of 3000 Americans showed there is much confusion about details of Christian theology. What is a heresy? Union University professor Nathan Finn … Continue reading →

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“TELL SOMEONE”

Posted on October 12, 2016 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

Greg Laurie’s book, “Tell Someone”, is the Bible study the Men’s Ministry of our church is currently using on Tuesday nights at 7:30 and Saturday mornings at 7:30. It is a great study! By the way, if you are not … Continue reading →

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HOW TO GET NEW BELIEVERS INTO THE WORD

Posted on August 31, 2016 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

Tired of the “shock and awe” style of event-driven ministry? What are the key elements in helping someone else mature as a follower of Christ? How do we do it? In 2012, a LifeWay Research project showed eight key steps … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS A CHURCH MEMBER?

Posted on July 8, 2016 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

  I remember the phrase from years ago, “a member in good standing.”  Maybe you do as well, but in the context of church life, what does it mean and why is it important?  Thom Rainer, President and CEO of … Continue reading →

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“LIVING YOUR FAITH”

Posted on May 11, 2016 by beyondthepulpitmabc - Dr. Michael Trammell

The late Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia is recognized as one of the most brilliant justices ever to sit on the nation’s highest court.  Even his political opponents respected his intellect and his ability to use the English language effectively … Continue reading →

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