ARTICLES
The Beauty of the Symphony of the Psalms
In this excerpt from the recently released Reading the Psalms as Scripture, the authors remind readers how fearfully and wonderfully and beautifully God has arranged the Psalms.
Effectual Calling and New Creation
It encourages me greatly that Jesus says, “Lazarus come out” over every believer.
How Infertility Shifted My Perspective in the Midst of Grief
My journey through infertility left me tattered, beaten, and unsure how to navigate life.
Playing the Long Game in Local Church Disciple Making
I’ve spent a lifetime working in churches with a focus on discipleship. Here’s some of what I’ve learned.
Seasonal Depression and Faith in Christ
I don’t know all that God is teaching me by allowing depression to periodically pounce on me. But I know he’s still faithful and good.
Living Water for the Parent’s Parched Soul
In this excerpt from the recently released Family Discipleship That Works, author Brian Dembowczyk reminds readers that—despite current statistics about Christian parents—parents who disciple their children can become a reality.
Gone Are the Dark Clouds
I want friends to know that Jesus is for them, but maybe not in the way they supposed, for the gospel proves Jesus is more than a good teacher or an example to copy. Instead, the gospel allows us to know the God of the universe because of Jesus’s life, death, and resurrection—but it takes courage to explain.
Neither Despair nor Blind Optimism
Watching the culture go down such a dark path brings about a great deal of discouragement for believers. Some Christians have given over to despair, while others have embraced a blind optimism that doesn’t take seriously what’s at stake with the current issues.
A Dream-Big Prayer
In this excerpt from the recently released Send, author Jim Essian reminds readers that believers should have an abundance mindset, not a scarcity mindset.
3 Misconceptions about Effective Evangelism: Encouragement for a Wavering Witness
Identifying common misconceptions about evangelism can help us overcome discouragement about our evangelistic attempts.
Christian Leaders Have the Tough Conversations
In this excerpt from the recently released GCD book Finish Line Leadership, author Dave Kraft reminds readers it’s more loving to have the hard conversation than ignore it.