ARTICLES
Trusting God With Open Hands
What if God asks you to give up the one thing you hold most dear? How do you do it, actually let it go? Lauren Bowerman goes looking for answers.
Fixing Our Flittering Eyes
Many of us struggle to focus on God. The distracting world around us doesn’t make it any easier. We must learn to fix our eyes on Christ, says Zach Barnhart.
What It Means to Pray 'Your Kingdom Come'
The word kingdom appears 118 times in the Gospels. Jesus told us to pray “your kingdom come” to the Father, but what does that mean? Ian K. Smith explains.
Smiling at Storms
John Newton once wrote, “With Christ in the vessel, I smile at the storm.” Columnist Christy Britton reflects on these words and asks, “Am I brave enough to smile at my storms?”
Aspire to Live Quietly
Have you ever asked, “What’s going on God? I’ve done nothing great. All this trying—and for what?” Davis Wetherell has. And God answered him, but not like David thought he would.
Four Questions to Ask Yourself Before Sharing Online
Sharing a story online seems so benign that we don’t often think about it, says Brianna Lambert. But we should. Here are some questions to ask before you share.
The Birth Pains of Raising Disciples
Can our labors save our children? Gloria Furman reflects on Paul’s language of being in birth pains for those he discipled.
There's Nothing Casual About Obedience
How do you know if you’re all in or if you’re just casually interested in God? Christy Britton explains the dangers of causal living and calls us to go all in for Christ.
College Students are Back. Are You Ready to Disciple Them?
College students are returning to campuses across the country. Many churches offer sound teaching, but will yours offer them the care and discipleship they need?
Seven School-Year Rhythms to Establish Your Family in the Lord
As a parent, you want to ensure that you build your children up in Christ this new school year. But how? Jen Oshman offers seven rhythms to help.
When the Black Dog Comes Calling
After a major transition and spiraling out of control, Mark Meynell found himself in the cruel tedium of what Winston Churchill called his “black dog.”
The Best Is Yet to Come
So often, we lack imagination for what’s to come, writes Christy Britton. We’re blinded by the reality of our present circumstances. But as Christians, we’re called to a better vision.