Discipleship

The Core of Discipleship

People make disciples. That was the charge given to us by Jesus. And disciples aren’t made at a distance.

Fight the Good Fight

Some things that happen in ministry are so absurd that if we can’t laugh, the weight will crush our soul.

Amy Orr Ewing: The As/So Dynamic

Without love, all our accomplishments, efforts and breakthroughs are just noise.

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.

How to Recognize Repentance in a Restoration Process

We should not rush the restoration process, but instead be patient to see the fruit of true repentance.

7 Comments That Make Pastors Cringe

Here are seven things to avoid saying to any pastor, no matter helpful they might seem.