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.

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."

5 Signs of an Insecure Church Leader

"Nobody wants to follow an insecure leader. They just don’t. Here’s the challenge: All leaders have some insecurity. "