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It’s Okay to Be Sad. It Really Is.

Without knowing someone's road, it’s dangerous to scold or correct them, even in the name of them “staying positive.”

5 Important Truths to Remember Amid Tragedy

On December 26, a storm producing multiple tornadoes tore through my town, damaging my home and killing 11.

Your Relationship Has Too Much Drama If …

Healthy relationships are marked by peace. They happen naturally.

What Whole Living Means & Why It Matters for 2016

It is not what people see but what people don’t see that often matters most—meaning our beliefs and our character.

A Call to Pray for Our Enemies

"We are not Americans first, but Christians first."

Lay Aside the Weight of Slander

"Because of its poisonous power, slander is one of the adversary’s chief strategies to divide relationships and deter and derail the mission of the church."

Go to Work on Purpose

Let Genesis 1 refresh your perspective on your vocation, and make the most of your time on the clock.

I Am Waking Up at 5 a.m. and It Has Changed My Life

I believe getting up early leads to greater productivity and a more meaningful life. Here are a few reasons why.

Experiencing God in the Ordinary

When is the last time you took a few moments and enjoyed the simple pleasure of a sunrise or sunset?

Christ Removes the Curse of Criticism

The greatest regret I have in my life is relationships broken by my poor handling of criticism.

12 Hard Things to Say—5 Ways to Say Them as a Leader

All leaders have things they need to say, which are hard sometimes.

Love Won

“The love of God has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.” —Romans 5:5

Blue Christmas (What to Do When the Holidays Hurt)

While the world seems to be joyous, your isolation is more severe and disconnect is greater. Here's how you can respond.

8 Qualities to Look for in Great Friends

"Finding new friends is easy, but finding great friends can be quite tough."

My Muslim Problem

"This is not a Muslim problem. This is a human problem."

25 Gifts From God That Will Transform Your Holiday Season

Behind the Christmas trees, decorations and parties is a baby ... a Savior.

Why We Should Be Careful Following Trends

"The world isn’t looking for more copies of someone else’s message or another trendy re-run."

5 Much Healthier Ways to Tackle Your Critics

Do anything significant and the critics will come running. Here's how you should respond.

Phil McGraw and Ed Young Discuss God’s Calling, Parenting and the...

Dr. Phil McGraw recently spoke at Pastor Ed Young’s Fellowship Church, where McGraw shared his thoughts on topics including parenting, envy, and the importance of the church to society.

Steve Robinson: How To Create a Culture of Service in Your...

Steve Robinson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to talk about how church leaders can foster a culture of serving in their churches, raise up new leaders, and help people discover their giftings.

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