Saying True Things in a True Way
I’ve noticed a trend. In many of our settings, we tend to say things that are true as far as they go, but the way we say them contradicts what’s being
Christian Living
Can’t Quit, Won’t Quit
As a church planter, I don’t get discouraged often. One day, though, I wanted to quit. I thought of my brother, who told me that he doesn’t have any job-related stress.
Sober Up
If there’s a command I’ve missed before, I’m sure not missing it now. In his letter to Christians facing persecution, the apostle Peter repeatedly issues the same command, twice in
Three Avenues to Joy
When I look back at what I’ve experienced in church planting these past two or so years, three joys stand out:
1. The joy of risk — There’s something joyful about sticking
God Wants Us to Want
I used to think that God was happy with our grudging obedience. Do the right thing, grit your teeth, and everything is good with God. I’ve been increasingly learning that God doesn’