Discipleship and Spiritual Growth

The Lovingkindness of God

Over and over again, the lovingkindness of the Lord is extolled as the reason why he provides salvation for his people. Not that sinners deserve to be saved, but God extends his own heart to them and sets his love upon them.

A Beloved Love

What makes us come together as the people of God and remain the people of God is what we have been given from God.

Don’t Waste Your Season

We cannot rush the appearance of fruit to make ourselves feel or look better. We can’t put on blooms out of season simply because we’re restless for a different season in our lives.

This Year’s Best Books on Evangelism and Discipleship

Evaluated by Michelle Sanchez, executive minister of Make and Deepen Disciples

Doug Gehman: Before You Quit

Everyday Endurance, Moral Courage and the Quest for Purpose (Moody Publishers)

The Trouble With Trouble

When hardships come, we are left with a simple choice: Do I quit or endure?

3 Ways the Devil Tempts the American Church

If we're not careful, we'll be fooled by the schemes of the Devil.

Colleen Derr: Renewing Communication

Spirit-Shaped Approaches for Children, Youth and Families (IVP)

Spirit-Shaped Approaches to Communication

The Holy Spirit prepares us for service, and others to receive.

3 Symptoms of Trying to Live the Christian Life

Reasons why many Christians are disillusioned, disappointed, frustrated and confused.