Right now in a world full of lies and hate, people are craving truth. They want to know what is real, and are tired of being lied to and fed "click-bait"; bombarded by ads and gimmicks diverting our attention to the things that don't matter. All we are consuming on our phones, the internet, and... Continue Reading →
This morning's men's cross-trainers group featured an impactful speaker in honor of Veterans Day: Major Sean Quinlan, USMC Ret. As a seasoned warrior and leader, he has navigated some of the most formidable campaigns our nation has faced. Though his address lasted only an hour, it was rich with essential insights that men not only... Continue Reading →
It's difficult to narrow all of the evangelical church's problems into one significant problem because of the many diverse denominations, cultures, and theological emphasis. But from a broad, biblical perspective, many pastors and believers agree that one of the most pressing and troublesome issues in the church today is this: a loss of discipleship. One... Continue Reading →
Bible studies are meant to be spaces where God's Word is honored, truth is pursued, and love is practiced (Ephesians 4:15). Unfortunately, sometimes discussions can be derailed by individuals with personal agendas, divisive teachings, or disruptive behavior. Here are biblical and practical ways to help keep a Bible study focused and protected from being hijacked.... Continue Reading →
If you were to ask nearly any Christian why they hesitate to share the gospel or what holds them back from expressing their faith, you will undoubtedly receive one or all of these answers: The person will get mad or irritated at me Being laughed at Being asked a hard question and not knowing the... Continue Reading →
Sometime after the death of my father, I was helping my mother clean and stumbled upon a small, square bubble mailer addressed from me to my sister, Jenni. The package was open, but the contents looked as if they were untouched, and in order, which contained the entire sermon series of my former pastor, Wayne... Continue Reading →
Evangelism can feel like a daunting task, especially if you're new to sharing your faith or are unsure of where to begin. But getting your feet wet in evangelism doesn't have to be overwhelming or intimidating. Evangelism is about sharing the truth of the gospel---the good news of Jesus, in ways that are authentic and... Continue Reading →
"Sticky Church" by Larry Osborne is a practical guide on how to build a church that keeps its members engaged and coming back, emphasizing the importance of small groups. Osborne, a pastor with extensive experience in building teams, shares insights and strategies that have been proven in his own congregation at North Coast Church in... Continue Reading →
"...work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,"Philippians 2:12b When it comes to getting in shape and maintaining a healthy body, do we have to look very far to get the answers? Is it really a mystery to what we need to do to take care of our temple that God gave us, and... Continue Reading →
It was two o'clock in the morning; Lisa and I were traveling back to my parents from the shore and were inside a secluded section of the Garden State Parkway when all of a sudden, I heard and felt something fall off the car and my battery was quickly dying. I later found that the... Continue Reading →
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