Discipleship

Created for Relationships

There’s something about community—the relationships, the sense of belonging, the support and encouragement, the sympathy and understanding—that deepens our lives and anchors our souls.

How a Simple Habit Can Reset Your Soul

Meditating on God’s Word every day corrects my thinking, convicts my heart, and shapes my theology. It’s the plumb line for what I believe, how I live, and the Gospel I preach.

Openhanded: Matters of the Heart and the Bank Account

There are so many things that seem to beg for our resources. So what kind of mindset must we have if we are to not only be generous, but joyfully generous?

How Community Combats Self-Centeredness

Generally, the more isolated we are from community, the more self-centered we become over time.

5 Keys for Making the Most of Small Groups

Your church will grow warmer as you prioritize relationships in small groups.

9 Ways to Stay Motivated for Ministry Year-Round

Are you struggling with motivation? Take a look at these areas of your life.

Obeying the Most Counter-Cultural Command

We have an opportunity to speak much louder through listening.

You Have More to Offer Than You Think

The government shutdown taught me an amazing lesson about generosity.

Mastering the Art of Christlike Dialogue

It's not always easy to speak the truth in love, but with Christ's help we can dialogue in healthy ways.

Why God Allows Thorns in Our Lives

Here are six reasons God allows us to experience suffering.

Why the Gospel Is Deeply Political

Jesus presented a vision of a kingdom in direct opposition with the empire of his day.