Charles W. Ward was the Pastor of First Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC. The service begins with a prayer (0:00-2:23). After which, Pastor Ward is introduced (2:24-4:01). Pastor Ward’s message is on “the Church in the midst of a revaluation.” Ward begins with an introduction and by reading a portion of Romans 12 and 2 Corinthians 5 (4:02-7:29). After which, he discusses racial issues in America in relation to the declining church (7:30-11:02). He continues by stating that Christian theology is related to liberation, and he discusses the current revolution of the Church (11:03 –13:17). He demonstrates that the Church must develop alongside society (13:18-21:26). He concludes by challenging his audience to renew the Church (21:27-22:00). He closes in prayer (22:01-22:54).
