Five missional misfires
Every church would say they are in it for the mission. Which is why misfiring on that mission is something to be avoided at all costs. Yet it happens all the time.
James Emery White
The secular Christian
Imagine a country where literally no Christians believed that God had a hand in creating the Earth.
I like my way of doing it: evangelizing in a post-Christian world
The heart of the problem with evangelizing in a post-Christian world has nothing to do with how hard it is, much less the need for new tactics.
New Year’s resolutions for you and your church
What would a set of New Year's resolutions look like if they came from the Bible?
God’s top secret
When we're honest, we admit that we don't consider ourselves of much value, but God has a vision for your life that is yours and yours alone.
Praying kingdom come
Thy Kingdom come is a simple and deeply biblical idea that is woven into the very fabric of the prayer Jesus taught us to pray.
The friendly church
Does your church have a atmosphere of acceptance? Too often friendliness in church doesn't go beyond those we know and like.
Valor in a post-Christian world
In the West, we are the first generation facing a post-Christian culture since the dawn of the Christian faith. Let that sink in.
God is bigger than your church
If spreading the Good News involves being in competition with other churches... it maybe time for a change of perspective.
The science of being charming
He walks into the room. You immediately notice. Something about him draws you. He pulls you into conversation and commands the attention of the people around you. You walk away and think, “I like him and enjoyed his company.”
Break the complaining habit
You had a crummy day. Not much went right and you are exhausted. You find yourself in a Grinch mood. As a result, the rest of the day is spent complaining and venting.
Keeping secrets
A patient told me, “I have kept a secret from my husband. But if I tell him, it could end our marriage.”