Discipleship

Key Takeaways From the Practical Guide to ‘Come Away and Rest’

I’m thrilled that Alyson has published an important book about stepping away from the chaotic noise of the world and into the rest of Jesus in “Come Away and Rest: A Guide to Personal Spiritual Retreats.”

Are We in Danger of Living Like the Rich Fool?

God graciously gives us money and possessions to meet real needs, both our own needs and the needs of others.

Ryan Kwon: Nothing to Prove

“We’re so accustomed to the church being a noun. I want our bias to be action-oriented, and a movement that goes outward.”

The Style of Your Church Doesn’t Matter (So Stop Judging)

"No wonder this world is often turned off by followers of Jesus. Lord, keep us from becoming Pharisees."

No, Christians Don’t See the Eclipse as a Sign of the Apocalypse

"For those few spreading fear about an eclipse, you’re embarrassing Christians, not representing Christ."

The 7 Irrefutable Laws of Servant Leadership

"Jesus characterized himself as a servant. The way to greatness in the kingdom, he said, is through serving."

10 Differences Between Confidence and Spiritual Arrogance

"A cocky leader is not a leader with simply too much confidence; confidence and arrogance are very different traits."

5 Ways Church Attendance Can Hinder Mission

"We need to gather as the church—but worship is always about being formed by the Spirit, who sends us out on mission."

Bryan Sands: ‘Singleness Doesn’t Make You a Second-Class Citizen in the Church’

"The apostle Paul said, 'I wish that all would be like me—single—so that they could devote themselves to ministry.'"

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."