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.

The Truth About Suffering

We have two options as we face the pain of our daily lives.

8 Tangible Ways to Love Your Neighbors

We take Jesus’ command to love our neighbor seriously by taking it literally.

Why Does God Let Us Keep Struggling Against Sin?

The surprising way God's love is revealed in our continued struggle with sin.

Why Testimony Is the Spark of Revival

"We’re so concerned about taming our tongues that we’ve forgotten that sometimes our call is to loosen them."

The Key to Lasting Spiritual Growth and Fruitfulness

To grow, you must abide in Christ.

Why We Need Mentors

We learn more through relationship than we ever do in the classroom.

When You Feel Like You’re in the Belly of a Big Fish

How do you respond when you're in a difficult situation, crisis or pain?

Have We Oversimplified Bible Study?

Have we taken our understanding of the simplicity of the gospel too far?