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.

Crafting Biblical, Engaging Messages for Students: 3 Essentials

"Our teaching and lessons should give students some level of relief and inspire them to trust in God."

‘Pastor, Please Preach on This …’

"These seven preaching ideas have kept me focused and away from my need to please or perform for approval."

Leadership Mentoring: Emotional Resilience

"Leaders must have emotional resilience—the ability to recover quickly from failure and defeat."

Leadership Mentoring: The Fear of Man

"This is a constant temptation in ministry. We want to be liked. We hate being misunderstood or seen as 'the bad guy.'"

Leadership Mentoring: Inviting a Response

"I could trust that God was doing the heavy lifting of drawing people to himself. I would simply join him in the work!"

Teens and Sexuality: 3 Truths to Teach Your Students

"Three powerful concepts that will empower your students to be sexually faithful."

4 Reasons Every Christian Needs to Be Part of a Local Church

"Redemption has always been God’s purpose, and he appointed the church to carry out that purpose."

College Ministry: 3 Tips for Helping Students Find Financial Freedom

"The Bible talks a lot about money, and it consistently communicates that less debt is better than more debt. We should, too."