Books

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

Brandon O’Brien’s Top Books on Small Church Ministry

Rather than being a subcategory of American ministry, the small church is the norm. If you take a longer and broader view, most churches throughout history and in most parts of the world are and always have been small.

Where Did the Idea of Monks Originate?

There are several misconceptions about monks. Here's a brief history of where the word originated.

Why Heaven Is a Lot Closer Than You Think

Jesus preached the good news that the kingdom of God is now available to us.

Revisiting Jesus’ Teachings on Heaven

John Ortberg: Eternity Is Now in Session

Learning to Read Theology Charitably

How do we read theology with a generous spirit of love for God and our neighbor?

Hope for Those Tempted by Same-Sex Attraction

There is significant encouragement in Scripture for those who struggle with same-sex attraction.

What Is Authentic Worship?

Understanding authentic worship goes beyond a theological exercise or musical styles.

Growing a Healthy Worship Ministry Without Starting a War

Mike Harland: Worship Essentials

Christopher Yuan: Holy Sexuality and the Gospel

Sex, Desire, and Relationships Shaped by God’s Grand Story (Multnomah)