Discipleship

The Moment of Exposure

On Judgment Day, I won’t hide. I won’t run. Not because I’m innocent, but because I’m forgiven. Jesus paid it all.

The Danger of Attempting It Alone

It’s not just unwise to be without a church; it’s dangerous. And the reason it’s dangerous is because we aren’t strong enough to go at life with Christ on our own.

Hearing the Still, Small Voice Above the Rest

If we want to hear him more clearly, we’ve got to make space.

What Does It Mean to Turn Our Eyes upon Jesus?

"In the quiet of our own hearts, when we 'fix our eyes on Jesus,' are we looking at the true picture of Jesus, as revealed in Scripture, or the picture of Jesus we have in our minds based upon our own experiences?" -Angela (Alcorn) Stump

Matt Chandler: Victory Is Assured

Because of Jesus we can endure anything.

Don’t Affirm Talent Over Character

You may have the talent, but do you have the will to act? Do you have the will to make the hard choices? The ethical choices? The sacrificial choices?

5 Steps for Living With Discipline

The temptation when you engage in spiritual discipline is to emphasize the will. But it doesn’t have to be that way; in fact, if it is that way, our efforts are doomed to fail because our best efforts will run out of steam.

God Is Present in Our Storms

The storm did not awaken Jesus, but the cry of his disciples did.

Common Misconceptions About the Bible

When talking with people about the Christian faith, it is helpful to be able to quickly and concisely convey the significance of the Bible to the Christian faith, and to overcome some common misconceptions about it.

Take the Initiative, or Wait on God?

Return to the character of the One who promised. And remember that he never fails.

Walking—Multitasking at its Best

Walking has become a way of life for me. And I want to do it even more.