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.

How Does Evil Differ from Suffering?

Moral evil comes in two forms—blatant evil that admits its hatred for goodness, and subtle evil that professes to love goodness while violating it.

Don’t Live Worried About Future Regrets

Sometimes we live with an unhealthy fear of making future mistakes.

Grateful … All of the Time?

Developing a habit of thankfulness requires intentionality.

Replace ‘What Ifs’ With ‘Even Ifs’

Insights from Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego for our current age

3 Reasons to Be Gentle

The Christian is to be a gentle person, but that’s a hard thing, isn’t it? Especially when things aren’t going your way and the temptation is to be angry. Hurt. Entitled. Bitter.

God’s Promises About Heaven

"There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going to prepare a place for you?" (John 14:2).

What Is God’s Glorious Word?

As God reveals himself more and more to his followers, they begin to more fully understand that the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it (John 1:5).

How Grateful Are You? Take This Gratitude Quiz

Psalm 95:2, “Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms.”