"Completing in my flesh what is lacking in Christ's afflictions" sounds almost heretical at first glance. Michael Kelley walks through Colossians 1:24, explaining that Paul isn't suggesting Jesus' atonement was incomplete—he's pointing to the cost of proclaiming the gospel to those who never witnessed it firsthand, and what that means for believers today.
Living with God is not always easy, and spiritual doubts can often leave us feeling guilty, resentful, or distant. Discover why leaning into the complexity of your faith journey—rather than running from it—is the key to unlocking true intimacy with God.
As confidence in institutions, leaders, and culture continues to erode, believers have an opportunity to anchor their trust in God instead. Michael Kelley explores three surprising characteristics of people whose confidence is rooted in the Lord rather than themselves.
Many young adults leave the church after experiencing disappointment with Christian leaders. The answer isn't simply getting them to stay in church—it's helping them build a faith rooted in Jesus Christ. By grounding young believers in Scripture, ordinary spiritual practices, and authentic discipleship, churches can cultivate a faith that endures life's disappointments.
Drawing from Disciplology, this collection of 20 key insights explores Jesus' model for making disciples through intentional relationships, biblical teaching, and practical mission. These memorable quotes challenge pastors and church leaders to embrace disciple-making as the heart of the Great Commission and to cultivate multiplying disciples who make more disciples.
The first eleven chapters of Genesis are sometimes called chapters of “primeval history” – that’s because they are the earliest history of the world, and because they are, they deal in matters common to all humanity rather than local history. And throughout those chapters, we have seen three occasions of God’s judgment for sin: we … Continued
There’s no need for bucket lists, because our new universe adventures will far exceed this life’s. We really will live happily ever after. That’s not wishful thinking. It’s the blood-bought promise of Jesus.
When life feels like a painful slog, it's easy to wonder if God has forgotten you. Discover why God stays faithful even when he feels silent.
While God’s guidance always aligns with Scripture, believers can grow in discerning his leading through abiding in Christ, confessing sin, seeking godly counsel, and learning to recognize the Spirit’s prompting over time.
Instead of questioning whether God has been faithful, what if we assumed his faithfulness and looked for the evidence? This perspective opens our eyes to his care, provision, and protection in ways we may have missed.
