Discipleship

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.

A Heart Satisfied With Jesus Alone

Culture whispers that fulfillment is about getting more, being more, achieving more. But I know the truth—chasing those things will always wear me out and leave me thirsty.

The Uncomfortable Truth About Resilience

As a rule, we would rather take the path of least resistance, but it truly is the narrow and difficult way that leads to life.

2 Prerequisites for Experiencing the Power of God in Your Life

How can you find real spiritual power?

10 Reasons to Love Unloveable People

No matter how unloving church members can be, I can’t avoid Jesus’ telling us to love God and neighbor (Matt. 22:34–40). Nor can I...

Jesus Wore Our Curse

Thorns, thistles, sweat and the gospel

Depression, Faith and Medication

"Medication literally saved my life six years ago. And God knew that would be a part of my story long before I did."

Redefining Success and Failure

What does success look like in the kingdom?

Eden, Gethsemane and a Call to Create

Unleashing the power of honest creativity in your church community.

Giving Thanks When Things Break

Sometimes God grows things by breaking them.