Discipleship

Pastors Are Shepherds, Not Superheroes

Maybe it’s time we change the narrative. Expect your pastor to be a shepherd, not a superhero. Don’t demand their presence at every event or their attention at every moment.

Understanding the Longings and Language of Gen Z

It is our responsibility as leaders to reintroduce a generation to the true essence of Jesus and his original vision for the church.

Walking Like Jesus

Jesus seems to have an unhurried pace. That is to say, he always seems to have time to stop for people, even when doing so was annoying to those around him.

One Conspiracy Theory That Is Grounded in Scripture

This is one conspiracy theory that’s right on target.

Just One Word or Phrase to Guide You This Year

Thoreau criticized society’s tendency to devalue complex ideas, or those that can be interpreted in multiple ways, in favor of simple ones—all of which reflected a general decline in mental and intellectual effort.

The Centrality of Prayer

The early church provides a powerful example of the centrality of prayer.

Sam Allberry: In Christ

I wish I had come across this concept much earlier.

Deep Desires

Bring your brokenness, your doubts, your mess, and bring them expectantly. He can heal. He can restore.

Our Sovereign King Reigns

Those who believe in a God who knows “the end from the beginning” can relax because even though they don’t know what lies ahead, their sovereign God does.

Repairing Our Wounded Connections

The mycelial network is healing and growing again in England as landowners pay attention to soil health and conservation. May we say the same of the global church.

Leader, You Can Combat Burnout

Chronic stress can shrink your brain.