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.

Reclaiming Discipleship in the Church

“Few pastors will actually say this, but the church is still largely geared up to generate numbers more than loving one another.”

5 Ways to Awaken Your Love for Scripture

"Continue in the Word. Don't forget what you've heard. Do it. And you will be blessed in ways you cannot begin to imagine."

How the Presence of God Fuels Our Mission

David Fitch: “We not only gather in God’s presence on Sundays, we live in his presence the other six days of the week.”

4 (More) Spiritual Cures for Shallow Christianity

"Consistent disciplines build deep roots. And deep roots combat our culture’s great problem: superficiality."

The Most Important Question for Every Church Leader

"This question needs to be applied specifically to different areas of our lives."

The Greatest Measure of Your Church’s Health: Giving

"When people in your church stop giving, it is seldom, if ever, about the money."

Is Hollywood Anti-Christian?

Phil Cooke: "To make a blanket statement that Hollywood is the enemy is a big mistake."

4 Reasons Attending Church Is a Must

"Here are four powerful reasons you should attend church weekly, and why church attendance can change your life."