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.

4 People You Need in Your Life

People come and go in our lives, but these four people are absolutely essential for every Christian to have in their corner.

What’s the Essential Element of Salvation That We’re Missing?

We’ve gotten salvation all wrong; let’s reclaim the heart of Christian discipleship.

How To Keep Going When You Don’t Feel Like It

These four reminders will help you keep going when the going gets tough and you face discouragement.

Why Do We Hide Behind Masks?

Who are we trying to hide from when we're hiding behind a mask of perfection, and how can we teach ourselves to remove them?

Don’t Confuse a Friend’s Spur With an Enemy’s Dagger

Distinguishing a spur from a dagger is not just important for preserving friendships, but is also a sign of spiritual maturity.

10 Steps Toward Self-Control

It can be hard to gauge if your growing in self-control; here, from Proverbs, are 10 characteristics of people who demonstrate it.

8 Signs You’re Trapped in Legalism

We've all experienced times when our faith in the finished work of Jesus morphs into legalism. These are warning signs.

8 ‘Christian’ Virtues That Are Not Really Christian

These virtues are often held up as barometers of spiritual health, but are they truly proof of being a good Christian?