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.

Bobby Gruenewald: The Phases of My Faith

The pastor/innovation leader at LifeChurch.tv discusses his personal journey to becoming who God wants him to be.

A Better Way to Make Disciples

Jim Putman, the senior pastor of Real Life Ministries, discusses what it takes to plant a church that develops leaders from day one.

Is Your Church a Monument or Mission Station?

Have we, in our enthusiasm to get home to heaven, forgotten the fundamental reason for the church’s existence in the community?

From Biblical Illiteracy to Bible Engagement

There are two kinds of biblical illiteracy. One is not knowing the Bible’s facts. The other is not knowing its story.

Living Out the Bible

"Let's make sure we plead and pray for grace as we live out God's Word through our very lives."

The Surprise Ending of Resurrection

The Easter story is a vivid example that things aren't always as they seem.

Eucharist: Embracing the Mystery of Faith

Glenn Packiam reminds us there is one aspect of worship that transcends music or preaching: the feasting table.

Living a Gospel-Saturated Life

“What else might we do today that would be more significant than telling others that the God of the universe loves them and desires for them to know him and be saved from their sins forever?”