Discipleship

Faith in the Midst of Panic Attacks

Faith doesn’t always take away anxiety, but it always moves us toward the God who is greater than our anxiety.

God Is Doing Far More Miracles Than We Realize—Every Day in Human Hearts

We don’t lack miracles in our lives! What we lack is the vision, the eternal perspective, that allows us to see and experience and marvel at these miracles.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

2 Indicators of a Selfless Christian Marriage

"The common denominator between these two actions is they are selfless disciplines that help keep love alive."

10 Ways to Dramatically Increase Giving in Your Church

"It takes money to lead a church to experience dynamic spiritual and numerical growth."

4 Christmas Killers—And Their Antidotes

Pete Scazzero: "Sadly, the Christmas season is a low point spiritually for most Christian leaders."

3 Things We Need to Live by God’s Spirit

"When we put willpower or conformity before God’s Spirit, we struggle with God's grace."

7 Foolish Reasons to Leave a Church

"The church exists as the vehicle to make the gospel known to the world. The church does not exist to meet your needs."

The Main Reason People Don’t Become Church Members

"Church membership should not consist of rules designed to keep people out, but ramps to help people grow."

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."