Discipleship

Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

Satan’s Game Plan for Spiritual Warfare

This is a warfare we are engaged in with the devil. Satan's game plan is laid bare in Scripture, but we must learn how to resist and stand firm.

Leadership and Suicide: When Ending It Seems Like The Only Way Out

“Maybe you’ve thought the only way through your pain is to end your pain. It’s not.”

The Inescapable Question: Do I Have Something to Die For?

In the year of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., I'm faced with the question of what I would die for.

Why It’s a Good Thing We’re a Work in Progress

Though our ministry work is never done, God uses it to complete us.

What Do People Need From Preachers?

The people who come to our churches are spiritually starving, and our primary task is helping them get to know God.

Preparing Kids for College to Challenge Their Faith

The college environment is often hostile to childhood faith, so how do we prepare kids to leave college with their faith intact?

3 Ways to Get Control of Your Tech Usage

If we don't control our use of technology, it will control us. Here are three ways to take charge.

The Improbable Math of the Gospel

Three chapters in Matthew communicate the essence of our faith and show us how to reach out with the gospel.

7 Keys for Persevering in Ministry

Hebrews 12:1–3 provides both stunning reasons to keep running our race and some ways to do that.