Real-World Affirmation
Which one is the real world? Jim and I were discussing a church staff member’s honest lament about receiving little affirmation for his work. Jim’s
Which one is the real world? Jim and I were discussing a church staff member’s honest lament about receiving little affirmation for his work. Jim’s
What would you say? Is being discipled a need or a luxury? Think carefully before you respond. Your answer will determine what you expect from
I’m always looking for new pictures to express familiar truths. Here’s a new image to capture disciplemaking: “Disciplemaking is an elevated form of fellowship.” I’ve
As we ponder a variety of landscapes that God takes us through in the Christian life, we consider the detour. Can you identify with hitting
Have you ever thought how many lives you touch each day? You touch your family, friends, co-workers, and all of the people who provide services
Being in vocational ministry has afforded me many opportunities to talk with pastors and church leaders all over the world. Almost always the heart cry
“Justin, sit down!” Enraged, I stood for a few beats more. Then I sat down. Sort of. My eyes glared at my supervisor. He was
Culture has a magnetic power to transform us. It will build into us how we speak, the values we live by, the stories we tell,
I was feeling proud of myself. The bathroom remodel was going great! After hours of demo, careful measuring, and high hopes, the new drywall was
