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This is How a Church Should Actually Function
We are commanded by Christ to “make disciples,” but somewhere along the way, making disciples became counting converts to some. […]

The Four-Step Prayer Plan That’s Not About You
How often do you sit down to pray, and this happens: You think of your family. You pray for your […]

Authentic Christians Are Not Religious
Jesus speaks jarring words against the religious leaders of his day. He describes them as those who honor God with […]

10 Tips to Wean Yourself Off Spiritual Milk
Many churches have a diet problem. I am talking about the spiritual diet. I think we need to think of […]

May His Cross Destroy the Racial Divide
I am a middle-aged, middle class white woman. I was born and mostly raised in the South. I grew up […]

Joe Costa and His Call to Serve Young People
The Costa Family Legacy Joe Costa left technology to become a champion for youth Osta became Costa when half his family moved to […]

Easter: The Rest of the Story
Easter may have looked different this year – yes. Virtual services, maybe a small family gathering for lunch depending on […]

The Truth About What it’s Like to be a Preacher’s Kid
“Well, you know what they say about the preacher’s daughter.” [Insert boyish snickers and winks here.] This is a phrase […]

Static In Our Lives
I hate static. Not like the kind that makes your clothes cling to you. I’m talking about static on the […]