Interviews

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

David Kinnaman: And Now for Some Good News

The inevitability, the inexorable decline of Christianity, is not a done deal. It’s not as though there’s been a complete turnaround and everyone’s a Christian, but there’s a real moment of spiritual openness that is translating now into this resurgence of interest in Jesus. It’s a big deal.

Shann Ray Ferch: The Path to Reconciliation—Part 2

"In a beloved relationship, the one who has done harm must come to listen and be ready to ask for mercy and commit to change in order to restore the dignity of the other group or person."

Uzuhan: Staying Curious

Uzuhan is using his hip-hop platform to create content that inspires the next generation.

Taylor Ransom: Called to Comedy

"Eventually, I gave up on trying to be who I thought I should be and started being who God made me to be."

What Are You Going to Do With Your Life?

A conversation with J.D. Greear

Bev Upton Williams: The Future of Missions Is Indigenous

"The gospel is the greatest gift we can give to anyone, and the greatest injustice is not to have an opportunity to hear the gospel."

Danielle Strickland: Boundless Life

This year of pandemic invites us into the power of surrender and outreach.

Kiana Clay: Overcoming the Obstacles Life Throws at You

"I grew up in a Christian home, but I really became a believer after losing my arm."

Alena Pitts: Bringing Hope

"I didn’t know that people would experience hope in a new way through my story. But that just makes me all the more passionate about what I do."