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.

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.

God’s Vow of Love Came Before Mine

When I am weak and human, his love is stronger.

Building a Community in a Society of Isolation

We were never meant to live life alone.

The Jesus You Need to Persevere in This World

Nothing less than the real Jesus will get you through the trials of each day.