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.

Closing the Technological Discipleship Gap

Digital technologies have outpaced our discipleship efforts. Here's why we need to focus on digital discipleship.

Why Physical Fitness Can’t Be an Afterthought for Church Leaders

You may feel like you don't have time to exercise, but here are some reasons why it's possible and profitable.

How to Become a More Positive Christian

We cannot choose our circumstances in life, but we can choose the way we will respond to them.

How to Discern the Will of God

Here are a few straightforward principles from George Mueller for determining what God's will is in a given situation.

The Paradoxical Power of Humility

Humility is not a denial of strength, but an acknowledgement of who your strength comes from.

4 Keys to Making Sense of Those Troubling Bible Stories

How are we meant to read passages on warfare, genocide and violence against women in the Bible?

‘I Never Knew Jesus Could Be Like This.’

These words from a frequent attender both encouraged and challenged me.

Developing Character in Real Time

We often want the serial version of God's work, but God accomplishes our growth in his timing.