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.

Heartless Christianity

This kind of Christianity is the curse of the modern church. No one is drawn to Christ by its display. There is no magnetism, nothing that attracts, and plenty to repel.

Why We Don’t Always Get What We Want

The principle of sowing and reaping does not mean that you will always get what you give.

Self-Leadership Stems from Self-Awareness

An emotionally unpredictable leader unintentionally prevents people from getting close and slowly erodes trust.

The Power of Simple Acts of Obedience

What makes you capable of extraordinary things is not extraordinary gifts, but an extraordinary willingness to be used by God.

A Surprising Case for Reading the Bible in a Year

We will absolutely grow spiritually when we read the Bible because this is the inspired Word of God. And the Spirit of God is faithful to use the Word of God to transform the people of God.

Natasha Sistrunk Robinson: Learning Spiritual Rhythms

We teach our children through our words and our actions. Consistently and intentionally practicing spiritual rhythms within community and across generations matters (Deut. 6:1–2, 31:9–13).

How Can Everyday Obstacles Produce Joy?

What might God have in store for you as you pursue him this year? I received three special gifts while writing for this project, and it makes me wonder: What surprises await you?

How To Move On From Careless Prayers

I will not talk about my prayer life to make me look more spiritual. My prayer life has a long way to go. If I hint in any way that I am some super saint with an unmatched prayer life, I am lying.