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One Reason I’m Not Faithful in Evangelism

One reason we tend to be bad at evangelism is because we often try to call people to the grace of Jesus while at the same time being judgmental against them in our hearts.

To Those With Depression at Christmastime

Depression is tough at the best of times. Perhaps it’s the best of times, such as holiday times, when it’s especially tough. The thought of mixing with happy people fills you with dread. The thought of remembering lost loved ones fills you with gloom. How can people be so happy when you are so sad?

Why Did Jesus Come as a Baby? There Are at Least 2 Reasons

As Christmas draws near I find myself asking, why did Jesus come as a baby –small and defenseless– and not a man ready to begin His ministry on earth?

Does “Breath of Life” in Scripture Mean an Unborn Child Isn’t Human Until They’re Born and Breathing?

Some prochoice religious groups argue that as Adam’s life began when God breathed into him, so each human life begins when the baby is born and takes his first breath. However, the scriptures testify to the personhood of the unborn.

Local Churches Are an Essential Part of God’s Plan to Reach the World through Missions

Local churches are a vital part of world missions in the way they stay engaged with the mission of Jesus both at home and abroad.

Flat Tires, Frustrations and Always Being Ready to Evangelize

Life’s little frustrations can lead to Gospel conversations. Flat tires and frustrating situations never seem to come at a convenient time! But they often come with an important opportunity.

First Person: Report from a Missionary in South Asia

Each week, more would join us and plead for us to visit their villages. This is nothing new for a missionary in South Asia: we felt the acute tension of His plentiful harvest on the cusp of being ready, yet knew we were woefully short on workers to labor in the harvest.

10 Differences Between a Believer and a Christian

What is a believer? Well, a believer is someone who merely believes in Jesus, whereas a Christian actually follows His commands.

Our Mission: We Were Born for THIS Generation

You were born for THIS generation. For this moment. And there has never been a greater time to be involved in the ministry of sharing Christ and his Kingdom values with the world around you.

International Missions – Building Upon John Piper’s Guidance

Over the past decade, John Piper’s categorical way of thinking about international missions and the local church has invigorated countless people.

3 Abnormal Gifts for Your Small Group This Christmas

Here’s a different holiday idea: How about getting a few abnormal gifts for your whole small group?

12 Secrets Most Leaders Won’t Tell You

Leadership is a journey…a journey that’s probably different than you thought it would be before you stepped into leadership. When I was young, I always...

Too Good to Be True

The word rolls off our tongue so easily. Good. “Wow, this cereal is so good!” “We had a good time at the park.” “Let me tell you where...

When Busy Becomes Too Busy: The Essential Business of Staying Connected to Your Heart

A few weeks ago, as I was talking with one of my mentors, my answer to a question she asked me left me in...

Why Do You Believe in God?

Great thoughts pertaining to the question "Why Do I Believe in God?" Fact, Faith or Emotion?

God Is at Work: The Jet Fuel of Evangelism

"In our Christian lives, and in evangelism in particular, our job is to be faithful."

3 Reasons I Love the Next Generation

It's been on my heart this past year to connect with young godly leaders on social media. There are so many amazing young people...

If Your Default Answer to ‘How Are You?’ Is ‘Busy,’ Read This

Ever have those days where you feel like you can’t get anything done? Where with every tick of the clock, your list continues to g.e.t.l.o.n.g.e.r.? Here...

4 Questions to Ask When You Heard from God

A few years ago, Leif and I visited the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. When we checked into a hotel near the historic...

The Strategic “Yes” and The Liberating “No”

During our course “Personal Well Being and Spiritual Formation” at Bethel Seminary, leadership coach (and friend) Michael Warden and I have enjoyed our time with some amazing leaders...

Faith-Based Resettlement Orgs Celebrate Moves To Maintain Refugee Cap

Faith-based refugee resettlement groups offered qualified praise for President Joe Biden amid news his administration plans to keep the annual refugee cap level at 125,000.

Benjamin Watson: What Church Leaders Need To Know About Abortion and...

Benjamin Watson joins “The Stetzer ChurchLeaders Podcast” to discuss what the pro-life movement should focus on now that Roe has been overturned.

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