Articles for Outreach & Missions

Are You a Functioning Atheist?

I’m concerned with the level of functional atheism that exists in the church of Jesus Christ. Yes, we believe that God exists, that he created the heavens and the earth, that the Bible is accurate, and that paradise awaits, but we often live—at a functional level—as if there is no God.

Who You Work With Matters More Than You Think

Take a look at your office, especially if you're part of a church staff. Who you work with matters. Do your co-workers make it a joy to come to the office each day, or do you dread coming in the door?

Forty Eight Things You Can Do to Relieve Anxiety

I’ve written these forty-eight actions items like biblical counseling homework for myself. A constant diet of Scripture will renew our minds and bring that much needed cut-through the hills of anxiety (Rom. 12:1-2). I hope this is helpful for you to relieve anxiety in your life.

Did Jesus Really Mean What He Said About Divorce?

Here's my opinion when it comes to Jesus on divorce. You might disagree with me, but I think there was a particular reason why He said what He did.

10 BIG Things Jesus Said That We Often Forget

Thousands of churches still exist primarily for themselves, have no vision outside their doors and no compassion for anyone knocking on those doors. Discover ten big things Jesus said that we often forget.

7 Critical Questions to Evaluate Church Mission

What are some questions we can be asking ourselves in this season to see if we are in the right position to move forward (in a healthy way) with our church mission?

If King Solomon Wrote Your Valentine’s Day Card, It Might Look Like This…

What if the wisest man to ever step foot on the earth, apart from Jesus, wrote those Valentine's Day cards you give your special someone? If he did, they might looks something like one of these ten.

Beware the Complacency of ‘Once Saved, Always Saved’

"Once saved, always saved" is the layperson's rendering of the doctrine of eternal security. And it stands in the way of Christian commitment sometimes. Here's how.