Are you in a strange place with your small group? Kevin Watson shares the normal stages of a healthy small group in his book, The Class Meeting.
How exactly does liturgy form us, and how might the adoption of the Christian calendar help disciple us in the image of Christ? Watch this video interview with Marty Reardon as he explains a critical element of worship design.
We’ve heard the phrase, “the Devil is in the details.” What if God is the one in the details?
We are all tasked with making disciples, but what practical steps is your congregation taking in order to fulfill that calling in the other 159 hours of the week? Ryan Korstange shares some questions to ask yourself that will get you going in the right direction.
One of the primary reasons nonbelievers cite for their lack of faith is the hypocrisy of Christians. Does this mean authenticity should be elevated as the chief end of the Christian life? Read more from Andrew Dragos as he discusses the relationship between the church, authenticity, and holiness.
Scientists, philosophers, and sociologists have long debated as to which was stronger: nature or nurture. It is clear that our genetics can affect things like our decision-making and personalities. But, how can these factors affect disciple-making?
What are habits, and why do they matter for Christians? In James K. A. Smith’s latest book, you’ll discover both a challenge and an encouragement for the church to take seriously the power of love and desire.
I was recently listening to a member of my church talk about stewardship. As chairman of my parish council, I am chairman of the church development committee, which includes stewardship. I understand that a dictionary
What a trip! God, the God of the universe, chose us to be his friends. Read more from Dale Hale as he encourages us in the grace of friendship with God.
The decline of the class meeting matters because disciples of Jesus Christ are called to live different lives, not just think different thoughts. Read more from Kevin Watson as he offers a challenge to the 21st century church.
Sequence is everything. What comes first? What comes second? In today’s post, our sower in chief J. D. Walt challenges the way we typically envision the spiritual disciplines.
What is fasting for, and why does it matter? It is something that shows up in Scripture more than you might think. David Thomas shares how fasting is so much more than skipping a meal.
