Discipleship

How Can We Prepare to Trust God Through Trials We Don’t Understand?

None of us knows what 2026 will bring, but no doubt it will have its difficult moments as well as its wonderful ones. How can we wisely prepare our hearts and minds to trust God through trials when they come?

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.

Why Sincerity Is Not Enough to Save You

What you believe about God really matters.

How to Deal With Fear in the New Year

God still answers prayer.

How to Worship Even When Life Doesn’t Make Sense

When you can't see, trust the character of Christ.

How to Make Bible Reading a Daily Habit

Four tips for creating more and better times in the word.

Are New Year’s Resolutions Even Worth It?

Many of us will fail to fulfill our resolutions. Are they still worth making?

Why Neighborhoods Matter

Five reasons that your neighborhood is important.

The Messy Beauty of the First Christmas Tree

Throughout the Scriptures we find attempt after attempt to stop the Messiah’s arrival.

Hope Was Born

May the mystery of the incarnation captivate your spirit this Christmas season. —The Editors