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Of all the biblical examples of what not to do, the one that seems the most brainless might be the one we are most likely to imitate. It’s the...

I won’t say that Barbie solves this universal problem or will make a clear-cut, biblical argument for or against complementarianism versus...

Paul's entire first missionary journey was between 12 and 18 months, but the lessons for us are powerful. Here are 5 lessons we can learn from...

If you’re reading this piece, it’s probably for one of two reasons: 1) to see if your favorite worship song is on this list, or 2) to see if your...

As we study the scriptures, we can gain wisdom from truly understanding the people and personalities who were leaders of Israel. They had the same...

It helps to remember that the things, people, and events that have been the most unfair are your advantage. 

Again, no church is perfect, and we'll always get some things wrong this side of heaven. But when this many people have been publicly hurt by a...

If you engage someone in a cult, whether it is a Christian cult or not, be prepared to walk with them over the long haul. Your goal in dealing with...

As believers, we know that God provides for us, and works to meet all our real needs. But we can sometimes confuse needs with wants, which leads to...

There are many great preachers whom God used in powerful ways. Exploring their teachings is an important part of learning about what it means to...

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve witnessed Christians judging other people. It makes me understand why non-Christians can sometimes get a bad...

Like Washington’s “An Appeal to Heaven” flag, the Christian flag reminds us who we put our faith and trust in daily in all circumstances. 

A deeper response than volunteering or activism is evangelism and discipleship and being one body with our brothers and sisters on the streets.

Ministries differ in terms of their size, theology, denomination and location, yet there are consistent traits and skills that ministries seek....

A young Augustine struggled with inner turmoil and self-doubt, torn between his desire for spiritual growth and the comfort of worldly indulgences....