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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.

Worth the Cost: The Challenges and Joys of Church Multiplication

The joy of reproduction multiplies exponentially when we release leaders and see their kingdom impact ripple into new communities.

Why the Worst Decision Is Not Making One

Great leaders are decisive and take responsibility for the decisions they make.

5 Defining Characteristics of Great Leaders

The good news is you can grow in each of these areas to become a better leader.

15 Ways to Rise Above Our Outrage Culture

How can we be peacemakers in a culture so filled with outrage and contention?

7 Things That Are True When We Run From God

Here's what happens when we disobey what we know God is asking us to do.

What Will Healthy Churches Look Like in 10 Years?

Here are some characteristics I can project based on what we're seeing today.

5 Reasons People Drift From Church and How to Respond

Helpful responses for those who have disconnected from the church.

How We Can Rejoice Through Suffering

We don't have to pretend it doesn't hurt, but we must remember where our hope lies.

When You Envy Another Pastor’s Success

If we're honest, we too often prefer to hear bad news about people we perceive to be more successful than we are.