Books

When You Don’t Want to Read the Bible

You were ultimately made to respond to God’s heart. You were made to know the voice of the Good Shepherd, to lean on his care, to depend on his provisions, to trust in his protection. You were made to come running when your Father calls you home to sit at his table!

David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

My Top 5 Books on Evangelism

The spiritual discipline of evangelism requires a faithful walk with the Lord, intentionality, understanding contexts, and connecting with people far from God.

The Value of Staying Put

There is great value in a church staying put and playing a pivotal role in its community over the long term.

No Opportunity Wasted

Joseph Walker III: The Art of Execution

The 4 R’s of Refueling

We need to make time for self care. Here are four ways that I've been able to do that.

Getting Rid of the Trappings of Cultural Christianity

It's time to bury the cultural practices and idols that have subtly become part of the American church's DNA.

Jesus Revolution

Greg Laurie and Ellen Vaughn: How God Transformed an Unlikely Generation and How He Can Do It Again Today

Shame Off You

Denise Pass: From Hiding to Healing

Understanding and Overcoming Shame

There are several attitudes of the mind that keep us from letting go of shame.

Expanding Your Missional Engagement

The strategy of Christian mission has changed a great deal over my lifetime, but the charge remains the same.