Discipleship

What Does It Mean That We’ll Still Be Finite in Heaven?

The promise of Heaven is not that we will become infinite—that would be to become inhuman. It’s that we’ll be far better finite humans than we have ever been.

When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Why We Should Pray in All Circumstances

We can be confident when we pray because of who God is and what he has done.

Why We Need a Theology of Technology

Technology is an amoral resource, like money; so how do we steward our technological engagement well?

The Gospel Means Victory

When you dig into the roots of the word 'gospel' you discover it's much richer than simply 'good news.'

Why We Need Less Human Effort and More Jesus

Made for More—Shift 1: From More Effort to More Jesus

3 Steps to Helping Someone Overcome Shame

The person struggling with shame needs three things, all of which are present in the story of the bleeding woman in Luke 8.

How to Love People You Don’t Like

We are commanded to love our enemies, yet the power to love doesn't come from sheer willpower, but from God's promise to us.

Mobilizing God’s People God’s Way

The way we motivate and mobilize volunteers often isn't God's way; fortunately, Paul lays a roadmap in Ephesians.

Tackling 3 Big Marriage Challenges Together

My wife Donna and I have learned some hard-earned lessons from 30 years of marriage that might be helpful in your own.