Faithfully serving churches and Christians with sound legal counsel for over half a century.
Our Story
The ministry of the Christian Law Association began with a phone call from a pastor in Ohio. As a young attorney, David C. Gibbs, Jr. could hardly believe his ears as the pastor relayed how his church was being sued by the state…
Our Services
The Christian Law Association offers a wide variety of services free of charge to Churches, Ministries, and Christians. Some of these services include free legal counsel to churches and Christians for their ministries…
Featured Resource
Across the Miles– Few people are more willing to “tell on themselves” than Dr. David Gibbs. If you have ever heard him preach, you likely remember the story he used to illustrate the point of his message.
Latest Articles
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Read more: Freedom Is Strengthened When It Is UsedThere is a quiet assumption that freedom, once established, will simply continue on its own. That because it has existed in the past, it will remain unchanged in the future. But history—and even present experience—reminds us that this is not the case. Freedom is not sustained by its existence. It is sustained by its use.…
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Read more: Will the Next Generation Have the Same Freedom?There was a time when churches did not have to think about their freedoms—they simply lived them. Ministry was not something that required careful legal consideration or measured hesitation. Churches opened their doors, planned outreaches, discipled believers, and proclaimed the Gospel without wondering whether those activities might be questioned or challenged. It was understood that…
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Read more: April Legal Tips1. Planning Church Outdoor Activities Spring and summer bring wonderful opportunities for churches to host outdoor activities such as picnics, Vacation Bible School, youth camps, and community outreach events. While these events are a blessing, it is wise for churches to take a few simple legal precautions. Churches should review their liability insurance coverage to…
