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.

Living Wholeheartedly for God

So many people live half-hearted lives; the story of Caleb encourages us to live fully for God.

Living Both Deep AND Wide

We must pursue a faith that is both deep and wide. Here's why.

What Real Rest Looks Like for a Pastor

I had preconceived notions of what a sabbatical should look like, but then I read something that changed everything.

3 Needs That Can Only Be Met in Community

Each of us has significant needs that can only be met through the mutuality of biblical community. Here are three pivotal ones.

How to Look Past Yourself to Be Kind to Others

You may feel like other people have got it all together, but if you take the time to listen, you'll see we're all dealing with something.

How to Be Unholy as You Pursue Holiness

It's possible to know all the right doctrine and still not be imitators of God's holiness. But there is hope.

The Lies We Spread About Grace

If we tell people we are broken sinners just like they are, we are only telling half the story.

How to Improve Your Prayer Life

Here is the way that I structure my prayer life in hopes that it will be helpful as you structure your own.