Discipleship

How Can We Prepare to Trust God Through Trials We Don’t Understand?

None of us knows what 2026 will bring, but no doubt it will have its difficult moments as well as its wonderful ones. How can we wisely prepare our hearts and minds to trust God through trials when they come?

Pastors Are Shepherds, Not Superheroes

Maybe it’s time we change the narrative. Expect your pastor to be a shepherd, not a superhero. Don’t demand their presence at every event or their attention at every moment.

Understanding the Longings and Language of Gen Z

It is our responsibility as leaders to reintroduce a generation to the true essence of Jesus and his original vision for the church.

7 Ways Satan Tries to Destroy the Church

"The gates of hell shall never overcome what God started, but Satan certainly loves to disrupt what God’s church is doing."

The Secret to Authentic Ministry Relationships

Cole NeSmith: "When are we going to learn that taking care of church business is not a replacement for relationships?"

Power: Our One Great Need

Brad Powell: God's power is the common and non-negotiable need if you are to lead a church of any size.

Why I’m Thankful for the ‘New Atheists’

"I’m very thankful that God is God, and nothing surprises him. No human argument causes him to cease existing.”

Is There Really Just One Way to God?

Sean McDowell: “We can’t change how everyone thinks. But we can change us. And that’s our opportunity.”

5 Practices of Fruitful Congregations

These five practices will change the life of your church.

The Power of the Small Things

Dan Kimball: “Can we talk or Facebook or blog about different beliefs with gentleness and respect?”

Course Corrections for Life and Ministry

Wisdom and insight gained from 40 years of prayer and listening to God