Discipleship

When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Are You Reading the Bible the Wrong Way?

It is possible to read the Bible and misunderstand the point of what God is saying.

4 Keys to Consistent Exercise for Church Leaders

Here are lessons I've learned over the past decade about maintaining my exercise regimen.

Don’t Underestimate the Cumulative Power of Preaching

The impact of 1,000 sermons from my pastor still shapes the way I interpret and live the Bible.

Making Campus Connections

Why college students just might be the most fruitful demographic to disciple

When God Feels Distant

What's going on when God feels far away?

Why We’re Sometimes Surprised When God Answers Prayer

6 reasons we don’t expect God to respond like we should

Learning to Listen Well

The keys to getting better at hearing people with humility, love and hope.

Growing Our Capacity to Love

If we want to grow in our love for others, let us return and be reminded over and over again just how deeply, completely, and wonderfully God has loved us in Christ.

How to Think About Difficult People

Maybe the difficult people in our lives are there for a reason.