Discipleship

The Top 10 Reasons We Don’t Trust God

"Letting go of control and trusting Jesus is the core of the Christian life—every day, every hour, every moment, of every day."

Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

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 Spiritual 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 quickly and concisely convey the significance of the Bible to the Christian faith, and to overcome some misconceptions about the Bible.

Take the Initiative or Wait on God?

Take the initiative in moments of doubt, and consider Abram’s experience: 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.

Who’s In Charge? The Lordship of Christ

Surrender is a word most people don’t like—especially when it comes to surrendering everything to Jesus as Lord, and recognizing the Lordship of Christ.

Watching Our Words: Practical Tips

In a world of shrill tones, we can demonstrate the gospel through our words. Watching Our Words models the gospel through language that builds trust, kindness, and self-control.