Discipleship

Gospel-Centered Parenting

The newness that comes as a result of new birth in Christ trickles down into every area of life, including our parenting.

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.

Why Feel Guilty?

Guilt and our conscience is designed to warn us of something that needs to be corrected. Don't ignore it.

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.