Discipleship

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.

Satan’s Game Plan for Spiritual Warfare

This is a warfare we are engaged in with the devil. Satan's game plan is laid bare in Scripture, but we must learn how to resist and stand firm.

There’s a Battle Raging

We must open our eyes to the battle and get in the fight. Satan has taken far too many of our neighbors, co-workers, classmates, family members, and friends as captives.

3 Truths Straight From Scripture

No matter what yesterday held, Truths Straight From Scripture remind us that God has new mercies for you this morning.

We Are Called to Persevere and Finish Well to God’s Glory

Endurance requires patience, because reward for today’s right choices will come as we persevere and finish well, but it may be months or years from now, or not until we leave this world.

America Lacks Moral Formation

Psychology has replaced morality, shaping moral formation in terms of how to raise children. While psychology is all well and good, it’s goal – and specialty – is mental health, not moral growth.

How Satan Prevents Prayers of God’s People

As odd as it seems, the dark prince does not hesitate to speak the truth if it will make us think we shouldn’t pray. Satan prevents prayers from becoming the default practice.

The Spiritual Race

The moment you believed in Jesus Christ, this spiritual race began for you. Some of you are just beginning, while others have been running for quite a while.

Remember Those Resolutions?

Before you commit to anything, spend some time asking God: “What areas of my life do I need to focus on during the upcoming year?”

When Your Soul Is Downcast: Finding Hope for Today

To find hope for today, we have look to something better and more stable than our present circumstances - we have to look to God and his character.