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.

5 Tips for Memorizing Scripture as a Family

Simple ways to incorporate memorization into your routine

Use These 6 Steps to Deal With Friction

The win here is that the relationship stays intact, not necessarily that you reach a resolution, even though you hope you do find one. Ultimately the goal is not to win an argument or point out the error of the other person’s ways, but to reconcile.

Where Did I See the Gospel in 2022?

I was able to be a good friend to those close to me. My best friend, for thirty years, went through a tough season being accused of something he didn’t do. I was able to support him, encourage him, remind him who he was, and pray for him. He came through his trial by fire, and I’m so happy for him.

How to Avoid Hurting Others Unintentionally

Across multiple languages we even use words to describe social pain that we typically use to describe physical pain like, she broke my heart, or he hurt my feelings. Disapproving facial expressions can even create social pain, especially those most prone to feeling hurt from rejection and this article will help you to avoid hurting others unintentionally.

Can Cancer Be Gods Servant? What I Saw in My Wifes Last Four Years

Witness the profound faith of Nanci Alcorn as she navigated her final years with cancer, viewing her illness as God's servant and finding epic times with God.

Isolation: The Loss of Social Capital

Regardless of how people themselves may feel about their housing situation, the research has been deemed unequivocal: people aging alone experience worse physical and mental health outcomes and shorter life spans.

Heaven’s Welcoming Party

Take a look at the send-off of the very first Christian martyr, a precious witness for Christ named Stephen. And notice, if you will, the glimpses we are given into the grand reception he is about to receive in Heaven... a true heaven's welcoming party.

The Messy Beauty of the First Christmas Tree

Throughout the Scriptures we find attempt after attempt to stop the Messiah’s arrival.