Discipleship

The Top 10 Reasons We Don’t Trust God

"Letting go of control and trusting Jesus is the core of the Christian life—every day, every hour, every moment, of every day."

Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

Why God Tells Us Not to Fear

Three reasons we can trust God when we're tempted to fear, because God tells us not to fear.

Getting Political: Christians and politics in the public square

We do not have the luxury of remaining silent in matters of Christians and politics, but we must use caution in the ways we engage.

Scripture Has No Easy Explanation for Pain: Suffering and God’s Sovereignty

When in trouble, we do not run to one who has never known sorrow. This challenges our view of suffering and God's sovereignty and invites deeper reflection.

The Difference in Waiting for Someone or Something

You might well find that the waiting for someone or something you long for reveals a surprising truth about longing.

In Their Blindness: Blind Unbelievers Miss the Gospel

The article explains how blind unbelievers miss the gospel and remain distant from the childlike trust that opens hearts to Christ.

When the Perfect Quiet Time Doesn’t Happen

Your coffee may be cold. You may not have your full allotted 30 minutes. You might find time in the carpool lane instead of first thing in the morning.

Running on Empty: Pastor Burnout Prevention 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. Pastor burnout prevention can help sustain leaders and communities.

The Way Many Christians Pray

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