IS IT TRUTH OR TRASH?
As adults, we can get just as caught up in others' judgments and negative comments as our kids do. We replay harsh words in our minds, let them affect our self-worth, and sometimes even make decisions based on what others think of us.
THE POWER OF A SABBATICAL FOR PASTORS AND THEIR CHURCHES
The transformative power of a sabbatical isn’t found in simply taking a vacation or stepping away from responsibility. It’s found in creating sacred space.
EASTER CHANGES EVERYTHING
Many people celebrate Easter without experiencing its transformative power. They acknowledge the empty tomb as a historical fact but miss its invitation to a completely changed life.
Finding Jesus in your Doubts
For many of us, admitting our doubts feels like a spiritual failure. We push these thoughts down, hoping they’ll disappear if we ignore them long enough. But what if I told you that your doubts aren’t a sign of weak faith but potentially the pathway to stronger faith?
What God Did in 31 Days: A Miracle Story from Anthem Church
Over the past 31 days, I’ve had a front-row seat to a miracle.
YOU CAN DO THIS: AN INTERVIEW
I had the privilege of sitting down with Tricia Patterson at Anthem Church to discuss my book Holy Habits and the journey of cultivating a lifelong faith.
THE JOURNEY FROM SELFISH TO SELFLESS
We’re all naturally selfish, but God wants us to become supernaturally generous.
RUNNING TOGETHER: WHY WE NEED EACH OTHER IN THE RACE OF FAITH
There is a race marked out for us, but what many of us miss is that it’s NOT meant to be a solo run.
RUNNING ON EMPTY, SPIRITUALLY?
If we’re going to walk with Jesus for a lifetime, we need to keep our spiritual tanks full.
HOLY HABITS: YOUR PATH TO A LIFETIME WITH JESUS
The Holy Spirit desires to help us walk with Jesus for a lifetime. But he wants us to participate in the process.
HOLY HABITS BOOK RELEASE
I wrote Holy Habits as an urgent call for Christians to embrace a rhythm of life that will help them walk with Jesus for a lifetime.
HOW TO START THE YEAR IN PRAYER & FASTING
Starting my year in prayer and fasting has profoundly impacted my life, and it can have the same impact on yours as well.
HOW TO SEARCH YOUR HEART FOR IDOLATRY
John Calvin hit it on the head when he said, “The human heart is an idol factory.”
AN UNSTOPPABLE FORCE
Some believe the church today is declining, but nothing could be further from the truth.
THE TENDER COMMANDMENTS
Out of love, God puts a fence around our behavior so that we can live full, long lives. He restricts our freedom in order to give us true freedom.
WHY YOU NEED A FIRM FOUNDATION
A friend received a life-altering health diagnosis. It would likely shorten her life and change it forever. What now?
CHRISTIANS AND POLITICS?
Politics can be incredibly divisive. There are strong emotions on both sides of every issue and candidate.
Spiritual Gifts Can Be So Confusing
As a pastor, I’ve learned that many people are confused about spiritual gifts. It’s time for some clarity.
THE CHRISTIAN LIFE IS IMPOSSIBLE
If you understand what the Christian life is, you know that it is impossible.