Discipleship

4 Reminders for Discouraged Parents

Parenting can be hard, so let these truths encourage you.

Like Peter, You Can Get Back Up

The Bible tells of Simon Peter, a full-fledged apostle, who did fall but was ultimately restored. Let’s see what we can learn.

Discipline: Reinforcing Your Love for Your Child

There is great value then in discipline. Just as you have to discipline yourself to do anything of value – or just as they have to be disciplined to master an activity in which they are involved – your parenting needs to include healthy discipline.

What to Do With Our Desires

Understanding desire in light of the Christian life.

Escaping Our Endless Search for Validation

We cannot earn our stay on this earth. Fortunately, we don't have to.

What I’m Learning About Forgiveness

I wish I had learned these pivotal lessons earlier in life.

Smartphones and the Gift of Presence

In our world of constant distraction, let's give each other the gift of our full attention.

Practicing Gratitude When You Don’t Feel Like It

Grumpiness comes naturally; gratitude takes practice.

How Social Media Is Shrinking the Bible

Verse of the day therapy shortchanges the full depth and breadth of the Bible.

Scot McKnight: The Life-Giving Breath of the Spirit

The Spirit of God is the one who brings life to our spirits.

What Does Jesus Do With Our Doubt?

There are times when each of us experience doubt. Here's how Jesus responds.