Discipleship

Fight the Good Fight

Some things that happen in ministry are so absurd that if we can’t laugh, the weight will crush our soul.

Amy Orr Ewing: The As/So Dynamic

Without love, all our accomplishments, efforts and breakthroughs are just noise.

How Can We Avoid ‘Believing’ the Bible While Denying What It Actually Says?

We need to learn, and teach other people, not just to read the Bible but also how to interpret it, so they don’t end up being Bible-believing heretics or Jesus-followers who follow a Jesus different than the real Jesus of the Bible and history.

7 Steps to Overcome Church Hurt

"Most people in the church have been hurt by the church at some point in their lives."

4 Ways to Be People of Truth in a World of Fake News

"Nothing is true simply because it is believable, or because it fits your worldview or preference."

Church Leadership: When Courage Isn’t Sexy

"We must know the territories God has promised us if we are going to step and lead others into them."

2 Ways Jesus Would Have Us Bridge the Political Divide

"Our role as leaders of Jesus’ sheep involves giving people direction, even in the arena of politics."

Pastor, Creating a Generous Church Culture Starts With You

"Simply put, generous churches are led by generous pastors."

3 Ways to Spot Backstabbing in the Church

"Backstabbing among the people of God is a deep violation of our faith and a horrible representation of our faith to the world."

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."