Outreach Leaders

How Doubting God Made My Faith Strong

Doubting God in the end made my faith strong. Here's why. Growing up, I loved God. And I loved my church. I could see God at work there, and I could see that I was part of that work, part of the community. And then I got to high school, where I learned about evolution for the first time.

How Does Discipleship Work When Everyone’s So Busy?

With so much going on, in and around us, it’s a wonder we find time to even be with our families, let alone make time to make disciples! How does discipleship work when everyone is so busy?

Baptism Around the World: Pools, Prisons, and Ponds [Photo Gallery]

Though our baptisms have great differences, the same God is glorified by the visible reminder that someone has gone from death to life and now lives in a restored relationship with him. Let’s take a look at baptism around the world and praise God for what he has accomplished.

What I Wish I Had Known Before Marriage

Over the course of the last 17 years, I’ve come to realize there’s a whole lot I wished I’d known before I got married. This post could be a full book, but to keep it brief, here some of the most important things I’ve learned along the way.

The Posture of Prayer: A Look at How Jews Pray

In Judaism, a prescribed prayer exists for literally everything—even a praise of thanksgiving for success in the bathroom. Jewish prayer accompanies life’s daily activities and defines the faithful’s relationship with God. Let's take a deeper look at how Jews pray.

Missionaries You Should Know: Elisabeth Elliot

Elisabeth Elliot was one of the most influential Christian women of the twentieth century. Her books were considered staples in many evangelical homes. Elisabeth Elliot shines as an example of a life well-lived for Christ, pointing others to Jesus and the life promised through the gospel.

What You Can Learn From Paul About Obeying Your Vision

It appears, nothing can sway Paul from obeying his vision. Paul’s words, his demeanor and attitude proclaim loudly and clearly, “it is a privilege and honor for me to obey my vision, yesterday, today and tomorrow—it makes no difference whether I am a prisoner in chains, or not.”

I Toured the Tabernacle in Israel: Here’s What I Learned About Missions [Photo Gallery]

I recently toured a life-size replica of the tabernacle in the wilderness of southern Israel. Here is what I learned about missions. Enjoy this beautiful photo gallery.