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."
There has to be a better way to assess how you’re doing spiritually than going through a performance checklist. Asking yourself these three question can help.
Slowing down to walk with God allows us to hear His voice, see His handiwork, and recognize His presence amid life’s busyness. Awareness of Him transforms each day.
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.
Ministry can feel lonely but is it? Seasons of feeling alone may come. But you are most definitely not alone.
I marvel at the integrity of the early Christians. But I also have seen good examples of integrity myself.
It takes great questions and deep listening to truly connect with them. Here are a few ideas for great questions.
Byner’s name is forever linked with “The Fumble.” But that’s not the end of Earnest Byner’s story.
The health of your inner-world directly affects your ability to lead effectively.
The Bible points out that true peace comes from God. Hear from Joel Hanson how knowing this truth can bring about a wholeness that only God can give.
With the advent of a digitally connected world, people are experiencing a much more aggravated sense of anxiety than ever before. As a result, leaders—and churches—must discern how to respond.
You and I are never too old to begin to learn something new, so why not jump start your early mornings.
Here are two actions to help us avoid becoming the slack worker Solomon calls out in today's proverb.
Leo Tolstoy is one of the greatest novelists ever to have lived. Many have claimed Anna Karenina is his greatest work. It is often listed as the best novel of all time. Tolstoy called it his first true novel. Because it is often listed as the best novel ever written, I felt obliged to read it.
One day, a group of Pharisees criticized Jesus because His disciples didn’t follow their traditions.
At a recent Men's Fellowship, we men got real with one another. Following the presentation, someone brought up the secret sin that no one likes to talk about. It was the 'P' word: pornography.
Jesus knew that, in a few minutes, he was going to raise Lazarus from the dead.
One of the most important areas in which a leader can influence others is their spiritual life. However, many spiritual leaders are hesitant to share their faith.





















