Discipleship

Rediscover the Wonder of Christmas

Many years before the birth of Jesus Christ, God becoming a child, there was a prophecy in Isaiah 9:2, 6­­–7 that declared the coming of this child as the hope and wonder of this world.

3 Steps to Helping Someone Overcome Shame

As a pastor or ministry leader, you can play a vital role in healing shame. Use these 3 practical, gospel-centered steps to restore identity and hope.

4 Principles for Caring for the Poor

Rick Warren explores 4 biblical principles for caring for the poor and and reflecting Christ’s heart for those in need.

Running on Empty: Stop Burnout Before It Starts

Don’t wait until you’re concerned about your health, disengaged from your family or resentful toward your congregants to make a change.

The Way Many Christians Pray

We pray for families only when we hear there’s a problem.

How Jesus Taught Us to Pray

This is the Lord’s Prayer, a model for all prayer.

Realize Your Way Isn’t Working

We have a clear choice. Victory or defeat. Life or death. Heaven or hell. Abide in Jesus or wither and be thrown into the fire.

The Discipline of Listening for God

The discipline of listening to God requires you to actively expect God to speak to you.

Digital Discipleship: Can Churches Grow People Who May Never Attend In Person?

Simply broadcasting the in-person worship service isn’t enough to move people into the relationships and community that’s essential for discipleship.

5 Reasons to Obey What God Commands

God’s grace is not only for forgiveness of sin, but empowerment to live in holiness.

Trust What You Know to Be True

We have the tendency to look around us and make definite pronouncements of what the Lord is doing.