Blog Archives
Empty, Dehydrated, and Broken
She needed compassion, but the world gave her condemnation.Then she met the single most controversial figure of all time.
Lessons From a Lumberjack
Christians have a purpose and God has a plan: Go and disciple others.
What the Foolish Man Builds
Let’s be done with temporary structures and build God’s kingdom one lost soul at a time.
Are You Standing in the Overflow
If you want to be part of what God is doing, ask him for an overflow of the Holy Spirit’s power to be a light in the darkness.
Managing Your Time For God’s Glory
God has divinely inspired a balanced life for us, so we should allow him to control our schedules.
That Sweet Aroma of Christ in Us
We are to be a sweet aroma of Christ as we surrender to the Holy Spirit who tells us to die to self.
Fully Functioning and Radical
If we are the body of Christ, why aren’t our hands reaching out to the hurting and our arms to the broken?
Please Don’t Pass the Chips
When you’re the one lacking self -control, don’t put the blame on someone else.
One Way to Better Understand Scripture
Understanding the Bible is about making connections between theology and application.
What is Wisdom and How Can We Find it?
There are different kinds of wisdom in this world, but the only one worth noting comes from the Lord and is God given . . . if you ask.
Be Ready For Surprise Visits
Avoid the religious thinking of today’s world and set your heart on Jesus, allowing your thoughts be his thoughts.
What Defines Your Winning Season?
No one wants to lose, but what does a victorious life really mean to you?
What Can A Child Teach Adults?
When Jesus rebuked his disciples for shooing away the little children, he taught a countercultural lesson.
Are You Headed Toward or Away From Him?
We must have the mind of Christ to reject the things of this world.
The Commercial of Our Lives
As an image bearer of Christ, what does the billboard of your life say about the God you serve?
Understanding the Enemy
God protects us from harm and guides our understanding.
New Standards Don’t Honor God
Yes, God’s love is without condition, but His standard are higher than the world’s.
When Winning Really Means Losing
Jesus taught some countercultural things, like what winning and losing really mean.
Remove. Replace. Reboot.
If what you say comes from your heart, take an inventory of the words and be honest with yourself.
Practice: Part of God’s Playbook
Let your actions and choices reflect what it says in God’s “playbook.”
Deconstructing Your Christianity
Sometimes called Progressive Christianity, a dangerous movement is creeping into our culture.
He Who Began a Good Work
We are God’s incomplete masterpiece and the Artist is faithfully working in us to the end.
Your Spiritual Wake Up Call
If you’ve become spiritual drowsy, maybe it’s time to get serious about church.
The Discipleship Command Is For You
Someone you know needs discipleship, and you may be that disciple maker.
What’s Your Preference?
Because believers reflect Christ, we should choose generosity and compassion over what we prefer.
Values Determine Practices
Make sure that the values you claim to have are obvious in what you actually do.
Risky Business
In our comfort, do we take risks that might change the course of someone’s life?
How Do We Make Godly Decisions?
It’s difficult to understand what God wants us to do if we have neglected our walk with Him.
Closing The Gap
Putting distance between yourself and God is a dangerous road to travel.
Fellowship vs. Discipleship
True disciples of Christ invest in the people God has placed in their lives.
Lessons From the Master
Jesus repeated his words, actions, and teachings many times, so you might have to do the same for those you disciple.
Lace Up Your Church’s Shoes
As we disciple new believers, let’s make sure to start with the basics.
Breaking News for the Nations
What about that guy you just passed on the street? Does he need you to be Jesus in the flesh today?
3 Ways to Begin the New Year Prepared
Allow God to soften your soul and get rid of the accumulated junk this year.
New Year, New Race, New Word From God
Before running headlong into the new year, find some time to be with God and hear from Him.
Lessons Learned on a Plane
God doesn’t promise a smooth ride, but to be with us in the turbulence.
3 Life-Changing Christmas Takeaways
Now that Christmas is over, what should a Christian’s focus be?
Jesus Brought Hope and Purpose
If God feels distant and irrelevant, reach for him, call his name, and live.
7 Steps to the Decision of a Lifetime
Before you know true joy, you must know who Jesus is and what he did for you.
A Faith Journey For Me-Part Two
Your personal journey to the manger will be the best decision you ever make.
A Faith Journey for the Wise Men – Part One
The three gifts were brought by men who had heard the story of a Messiah.
Silence, Solitude, and Servanthood
Worrying and jumping ahead of God is exactly what the devil wants us to do.
Are you a Christian or a Disciple?
Our identity depends first on “whose” we are, then the “doing” comes naturally.
Which Way Do You Lean?
If you’re feeling anxious, hurting, or stressed out, check your posture.
3 Ways to Deal With Secrets
Not only do they distance you from others, they distance you from God.
Don’t Give Up on Bible Study
Even Paul struggled to understand Old Testament scriptures.
The Fight Against Sin
The fight against sin is about what you put off and what you put on.
How to Run Well the Race of Life
In football, running the right direction
is crucial to victory over an opponent.
Your Part in the Growth Journey
Growth requires intentional care for and commitment to what you love.
Blending Worship and Purpose
Knowing what God has created you to be and to do is a critical life question.