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When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Worth the Cost: The Challenges and Joys of Church Multiplication

The joy of reproduction multiplies exponentially when we release leaders and see their kingdom impact ripple into new communities.

Before You Post Online

Before you dash off your next post or comment, stop to consider these scriptural guidelines.

Rebuilding After Disaster

You are either a participator or spectator at church. If you are the latter, you miss out on so much. And when you get involved, you will see your church experience enriched as well.

A Match Made in Heaven

Too many people see discipleship (growing in Jesus) and evangelism (going with Jesus on a mission) as separate. They are not.

Grace After Grace

As a pastor, I watch so many give up on their walk with the Lord because they become discouraged by the battle that rages and the victories that seem to remain elusive in their private everyday lives.

4 Kinds of Thinking That Can Sabotage Your Leadership

Are any of these patterns of thinking undercutting your ability to lead effectively?

Does Believing in God’s Sovereignty Mean We Must Be Fatalists?

The philosophy of fatalism holds that everything, including evil, suffering, and damnation, happens inevitably, with human beings powerless to effect change.

Just Ask: A Simple Solution to the Church Planter Shortage

Over 93% of churches in the United States are not involved in reproducing another church. To put this into perspective, imagine the devastating impact if 93% of adults never had children.

When a Leader Sticks Around

None of us can lead people further than we ourselves have personally traveled. This is true both in the spiritual realm as well as in your professional leadership.