Discipleship

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

An Invitation to Pray

Praying specific can become an exciting adventure and partnership with God– truly seeking to pray the heart, mind and will of the Father!

Expect to Be Different

Avoiding interaction with the world will ensure not only that the world dies but that your church will too. This is the way salt works: it is either used proactively or it becomes destructive to the one who has it.

Common Mistakes in Establishing Disciples—Part 3

Establishing a person in the faith is an essential part of disciple making. Here are common ways we short-change discipleship.

You Grow As a Christian the Same Way You Became One

God's acceptance is not based on how well we live the Christian life, but on Christ's finished work on the cross.

‘Mind the Alligators’: A Lesson in Spiritual Vigilance

A safari in Botswana reminded me of the importance of being wary of the Devil and focusing on the kingdom.

How to Build a Culture of Discipleship at Your Church

Many leadership development programs don't take advantage of the ways people really learn. Here's how to do it better.

How to Make It Through a Difficult Transition

Whether or not you're currently in a season of transition, these steps will help you make it through with your joy and faith intact.

8 Benefits of Silence and Solitude

In a world that constantly bombards us with stimulation, the disciplines of solitude and silence have never been more important.

Why Christianity Must Be Both Personal and Public

There are personal and public aspects of our faith—our private devotion fuels our public expression.

Seize the Opportunities God Gives You

We have a finite time in this world and have been given talents to invest. Invest them well.