God Knows Exactly What Suffering He’s Called Us to Endure
We should thank God He knows exactly what suffering he’s called us to endure.
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Building Relationships With the Lost
Yes, let’s dine with the sinners and gladly be accused, like Jesus, of being “a friend of sinners.” But let’s never mistake this for condoning sin.
How the Church Can Provide Church Support for Domestic Violence Survivors
The first step to ending domestic abuse is educating yourself and others around you, including how church support for domestic violence survivors can help.
God Builds His Church Through Ordinary People
The flawed followers who changed the world.
A Life of Single-Minded Passion
I’ve long observed that the natural flow of the human heart is toward itself, rather than toward others. That truth fuels a single-minded passion for pursuing purpose.
Centering Our Lives on Scripture
When we tell the biblical stories, Centering Our Lives on Scripture helps us show that they still make sense in our society, and we need to do so in a way that reaches the heart of the next generation.
Trust Your Team When You’re Away
We usually view unplugging as restorative for ourselves, which is true. But if you lead people in your church—and if you are reading this it is probably true with staff or volunteers—then you need to unplug for their sake as well.
When Projects Take Precedence in Ministry: Ministry Priorities
God has not forsaken your local church and ministry. In this season of distraction from real ministry, focus on ministry priorities that empower you to get it done.
How Christ’s Victory Shapes Our Lives Today
His power and presence are at work in us through Christ's Victory.
Preacher-Eaters and Troublemakers in the Church
The presence of the Lord–experiencing his nearness, knowing that “he is here, in this very place”–shrivels the ego, wilts the self-confidence and overpowers one’s pride. This article discusses the impact of troublemakers in the church on unity and leadership.
