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.

8 Habits of Healthy Church Leaders

Matt Brown: "We are called by a great God. May we never be stagnant or half-hearted in that calling!"

5 Ways to Get People to Pay Attention When You Preach

"Here are five neuroscience insights to keep in mind as you prepare your sermons."

Why a 1-Hour Church Service Isn’t Enough

"People are not experiencing deep transformation in our churches. Can we do discipleship in an hour? I don’t think so."

No, Evangelical Does Not Mean ‘White Republican Who Voted for Trump’

Ed Stetzer: "It’s not politics that unite all evangelicals; it’s the gospel."

5 Reasons You Should Send Your Kids to Public School

"If we remove all the Christian kids from public schools, who will influence the remaining kids for Christ?"

5 Ways to Escape the Comparison Trap

"When we look at what others get in life instead of being grateful for what we receive, it leads to unhappiness."

A Woman, a Well, a Postmodern Movement

How this fivefold evangelism process can lead to a witnessing community and a movement of God.

The ‘Amen’ Life: A Fresh Approach to Walking Daily With Christ

"Think of how freeing that will be, when we start to embrace this attitude."