Discipleship

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.

Understanding the Longings and Language of Gen Z

It is our responsibility as leaders to reintroduce a generation to the true essence of Jesus and his original vision for the church.

4 Keys to Changing Culture

Listening deeply and well is essential to transforming culture.

Why It’s Worth the Risk to Cultivate and Use Your Gifts

God has given spiritual gifts and callings to each of us, but we must step out in faith to use them.

The Mismatched Love of Christ and the Church

We could not be more incompatible, yet he chose to reconcile us to himself.

10 Life-Giving Truths About Self-Care

Healthy self-care is an essential part of serving God and serving others.

The 7 Biggest Risks in Studying Theology

Theological training is a good thing, but it also comes with the following dangers.

Living Faithfully in Seasons of Lament

How can we best support one another when disaster strikes?

The Hardest, Most Rewarding Work You’ll Ever Do

Becoming who you were meant to be is often not an easy task, but by faith God will accomplish it in you.

Good News in the Midst of Epic Failure

The opposite of self-confidence is confidence in the God who is worthy of our trust.