Ever had a hospital visit take an unexpected turn? From surprising last words to mistaken identities and flying bedpans, these real-life pastoral moments are as unforgettable as they are unbelievable.
To grow spiritually, focus on your heart posture toward God, not just actions or knowledge. The heart, linked to knowledge and wisdom, determines spiritual growth. Proper heart posture directs knowledge into godly actions.
Despite the grandeur of rulers like Augustus and Herod, only Jesus can save people from sin, making him the most powerful king of all time.
Not only did Nehemiah reject the privileges normally afforded to someone in his position, but he also used his personal resources to provide for his leadership team.
For many leaders, we feel overwhelmed. We find ourselves incredibly busy but rarely productive. There are endless possibilities of what we could do, but discerning what is the right thing to do is much more difficult.
Pastors prioritizing their families as their first ministry is important. There is deep pain and neglect experienced by some pastor's spouses. Pastors must balance family and church responsibilities to effectively care for both.
Being formed by the Spirit using scripture requires more than a quick reading to check an item off a to-do list.
As Christians in the lent season, we have many opportunities to reflect more deeply upon Christ's sacrifice and resurrection.
It's crucial to not only study the Bible for wisdom, but also to cultivate a personal relationship with God, as Jesus highlighted in John 5:39-40. We should be careful not to become "Bible-worshippers" instead of "God-worshippers."
In our walk with Christ, we often find that the simplest actions can have the most profound impact.
Being generous to the poor through work is emphasized in Proverbs 31. Investing in what lasts, like helping the needy, is both wise and rewarding, as highlighted in Matthew 6. Take action by questioning harmful practices, creating benevolence funds, and volunteering skills for a fulfilling investment in kindness.
Some of us may need to give our volunteers a break during this season. Some of us may need to give them opportunities. And some of us need to do a combination of both. Below are reasons why—and action steps on how—to do both.
The Bucket Ministry’s success in Kibera was driven by prayer, worship, and unity—100 missionaries seeking God daily, proving that radical devotion makes the impossible possible.
Most of us spend a lot of time trying to figure out whether we think God is trustworthy. Maybe the only question isn’t whether we can trust God.
Men need Christian brothers to model manhood after Jesus, but many lack such companions.
Pastors equip members for ministry by providing skills training and resources. Effective training involves practical learning experiences and modeling behaviors. Encouraging involvement and asking for input enhances member engagement and development.
Brett Baker was on a self-destructive path until he joined the military, which gave him discipline, structure, and goals.
Humility is a key quality of the one who wants to be a servant of God.
What kind of leadership do we need in the 21st century? Do you know the answer to this question?
Does your faith end on Sunday and feel disconnected from Monday’s grind? You are called to glorify God, serve Him, and witness for Christ through your everyday work.
