Discipleship

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.

Are You Reading the Bible the Wrong Way?

It is possible to read the Bible and misunderstand the point of what God is saying.

The Why of What We Do

The way of Jesus was to include people in his life and then help them understand it later.

3 Ways to Live Out Your God-Given Originality

"You were made to be different, to stand apart, to be a genuine expression of the creative mind and heart of God."

The Most Difficult Aspect of Prayer

"God knows what he is doing. God has his own plans. He wants our faith in him to be strong and steadfast."

10 Spiritual Shortcuts Every Church Leader Needs to Avoid

"Growth in the kingdom of God has always been small, little and slow—like a mustard seed. There is no shortcut."

Reframing Hospitality in the Church

"My greatest discovery of the last 10 years has been hospitality—the call to an open life, an open home and an open table."

The Gospel Is One, Unified Message—And Here’s Why It Matters

"Being able to articulate this clearly will help you communicate the gospel and your faith, and lead others to the truth."

12 Signs That Your Heart Has Become Hardened in Ministry

"If we’re not alert and self-aware, our heart gets hardened. Be aware of these signs of increasing hardening in your life."

6 Ways Going to Church Benefits Mind and Body

"God wired our bodies and brains to benefit from attending church and developing a healthy spiritual life."