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Often, others have read the same books or lived similar experiences, but have drawn different conclusions. This can feel challenging when we are in discussion, but it’s a good learning opportunity.
How the Church reacts to COVID-19 and to the rising tide of justice issues will have a significant shaping influence on her future in the United States for years to come (for good or for bad).
The circumstances of 2020 have gifted us with an opportunity to learn from what we have done and apply those key takeaways as we set up for our “next shot.”
When disappointment hits hard, will we let these negative things define us? Discover helpful advice on keeping discouragement from controlling your life.
Collaboration can be a doorway to hopefulness when individuals or congregations find themselves stuck.
Why go to church?
With right arm extended upward and his index finger in a 'come here' motion, my father's last words were: He's calling me.
How have you been coping with the changes brought about by COVID?
It's a muddy time and we should just name it and let go of that image of running fast or any false gods of productivity that we carry.
Decision-making is often difficult. We need help in finding God's will. The good news: help is available!
We don’t need to be convinced to realize that we live in a culture of hurry. But is this what it means to be a disciple of Jesus? Is this what God wants for me?
The pandemic has changed the way we do ministry. What might it look like for children’s ministry leaders to turn their focus on faith formation within the home this year?
The reality is that even in difficult times, we continue to grow. And this begs the question: will it be good growth?
Two miracles in one sign flash the glory of who Jesus really is.
Teaching this story to my students helped me attempt to see the story of Abraham's obedience from his son's point of view. Why did he stay so close to Rebekah? Why did he prefer Esau over Jacob?
As you do life with your kids, have those conversations about life and love and work and puppies. Let God steer your words and let your kids ask the hard questions as well as the easy and funny ones.
All around us and within us are the bitter waters of human sin and misery. Many people today still complain to human leadership. But we must remember the One who hears and heals.
Often, we make the mistake of looking back for hope instead of forward. In pain, we long for a garden when God has promised us a city.
Let us keep in mind that we are created and called to live like heavenly citizens in this world, as our ancestors of faith did.
This is a story I made up based on the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand (Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:30-44; Luke 9:10-17; John 6:1-15) after I heard a song on the radio “What If I Gave All."
Like Simon, perhaps our careful observances of rule and decorum lead to pride that keeps us from acknowledging the fact that all that we have is a gift.
Our personal trials are meant to draw us closer to God and His Word as our faith is grown with new, or renewed, strength and wisdom.
I honestly have no idea how Lewis Smedes’ memoir My God and I made its way to my bookshelf. I was about to put it on the donate pile but figured I’d read it first. I’m so glad I did.
Do both your lifestyle and your prayers join the Spirit in seeking justice and shalom for others?
Our inner foundation makes a difference as we react to life’s challenges, whether it be today’s coronavirus pandemic, unemployment, or a myriad of hassles and even blessings each and every day.