Discipleship

3 Steps to Helping Someone Overcome Shame

As a pastor or ministry leader, you can play a vital role in healing shame. Use these 3 practical, gospel-centered steps to restore identity and hope.

4 Principles for Caring for the Poor

Rick Warren explores 4 biblical principles for caring for the poor and and reflecting Christ’s heart for those in need.

The Church Inside: A Look at Prison Ministry in America

This prison ministry movement equips prisoners as leaders and plants church campuses inside U.S. prisons to spread hope, discipleship, and gospel transformation.

Evangelicals Made Trump’s Candidacy. Now They Need to Help Shape His Presidency

Ed Stetzer: "A divided nation needs a more united church focused on a common mission."

Does God Care How You Vote?

"Recently, some Christians have been implying they will one day stand before the Lord to give account for their voting record."

5 Rules for Christian Political Engagement

"Our first loyalty is to Jesus and his kingdom—not to any political party."

Hope for Nov. 9: Pastors on the Election

Several pastors answer the question, “What is the message of hope you want to give to America in the aftermath of this election?”

Praying for Unity

Max Lucado: "God’s ship is a grand vessel. Just as a ship has many rooms, so God’s kingdom has room for many opinions."

Pastors and Money: 5 Questions for Good Stewardship

"It is not wise to apply 'equal and fair' when it comes to the amount of money given to your ministries. Be strategic!"

Why Christians Can Be Calm in a Crazy World

"Here are four reasons Christians can stay positive and calm even when our world seems to be falling apart."

What NOT to Say to Someone in Pain

"Here are a few statements to NEVER say to someone in pain, no matter what kind of pain."