Discipleship

How Can We Avoid ‘Believing’ the Bible While Denying What It Actually Says?

We need to learn, and teach other people, not just to read the Bible but also how to interpret it, so they don’t end up being Bible-believing heretics or Jesus-followers who follow a Jesus different than the real Jesus of the Bible and history.

The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Right Where God Wants You

Are you in a place you don't want to be? Take comfort in the story of Esther.

When Busyness Hides Sloth

I learned a new lesson about sloth when I had to prepare a sermon on it.

Why Suffering for Jesus Is Worth It

Because suffering is the way of Jesus, it also brings life.

Being a Conduit of God’s Mercy

We need to accept God's mercy and share it with others.

What Qualifies as ‘the Church’?

5 characteristics that set the church apart.

Exploring the Theme of Creation in Bondage

The contention of this series of articles is that the Bible is set in the land of wild things. That is, the Bible is...

5 Keys to Seeking Unity in the Church

Insights from John Perkins

8 Things to Remember When Dealing With Conflict

As I write this article, I’m in a time of reflection. I’ve been thinking about how I deal with difficult situations as a 59-year-old...