Discipleship

When You Take Matters Into Your Own Hands

When we become our own chief advocate, we are once again taking the place of God. Because advocating for us is actually not our job; it’s Jesus’s job.

When to Let Go of ‘Being Right’

Don’t sacrifice your peace for a hollow victory. Choose instead to release your "right of way" so that you can hold onto peace instead of pain.

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 the Church Can Care for Those Seeking Healing from Abuse

Here are practical steps for church leaders and counselors helping to walk trauma victims through the healing process.

When You Sin Don’t Lose Heart

We are not meant to wallow in our failures. God's mercy is not contingent on our perfection.

4 Things That Might Be Hindering Your Prayers

Do you feel like you're not hearing from God in the ways you'd like? Pay attention to things that might be hindering your prayers.

Embracing Interruptions in a Distraction-Filled World

An essential part of obedience is allowing ourselves to be interruptible: sensitive to the opportunities the Spirit gives us.

Why We Should Let Our Kids Struggle

We have forgotten the fact that facing adversity is often essential for strengthening our faith.

Who Are the Missionaries, Really?

What's the nature of the calling of a missionary and do we all share it?

How Pastors Can Be Discipled

In order to effectively disciple others, pastors must first be disciples themselves. Here are ways for pastors to be discipled.

What to Do When Your Love Grows Cold

Here are some things to consider if a previous passion or love has lost its fire.