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5 Ways to Really Live (and Give) Like Jesus

Jesus shows us what the kingdom of heaven looks like and asks us to live its principles here on earth. This means turning normal personal economics...

5 Ways to Really Live (and Give) Like Jesus

Should You Serve the Church When You Are Struggling with Depression?

Not only should you serve the church when you are struggling with depression, but you are in a unique position to serve fruitfully when you are...

Should You Serve the Church When You Are Struggling with Depression?

What Does the Bible Say about Curses and Spells?

We have become de-sensitized to witchcraft, curses, and spells in today's culture.

What Does the Bible Say about Curses and Spells?

What Is Tithing and Do I Have to Do It?

You don’t have to tithe. God isn’t a tax collector, nor does He demand your obedience. God loves you so much He gives you the choice. But why...

What Is Tithing and Do I Have to Do It?

Why Some Preachers Get Better and Others Don't

For the last 16 years I’ve sat in a seminary classroom, listening to student sermons on an almost daily basis, and I’ve heard every kind of sermon...

Why Some Preachers Get Better and Others Don't

7 Things Pastors' Wives Wish They Had Been Told

"I wish someone had told me just to be myself. I am a people-pleaser, so being a pastor's wife was a burden early in our ministry."

7 Things Pastors' Wives Wish They Had Been Told

When Halloween Falls on a Church Night

What do you do when a major cultural event that does not represent your values threatens to hijack your activities?

When Halloween Falls on a Church Night

Evangelicals Are Confused about Christianity's Core Beliefs, Survey Says

A new survey from LifeWay Research has found that many Christians are confused about the core beliefs of Christianity.

Evangelicals Are Confused about Christianity's Core Beliefs, Survey Says

Why Not Giving Can Hurt You

Do you give? Do you hand out love? Learn why not giving could hurt you. There are so many benefits wrapped into this gift.

Why Not Giving Can Hurt You

10 Classic Hymns You Might Remember and Why They're Important

Although music styles and tastes change through the years, one thing never goes out of style: Worshipping God through song. While worship consists...

10 Classic Hymns You Might Remember and Why They're Important

How to Respond When Your Integrity is Questioned

Paul’s conscience is clear. He shares four lifestyle markers he has built into his life that validate integrity.

How to Respond When Your Integrity is Questioned

2 Things I Learned about the Church in a Psych Ward

I came face to face with my own unhealthiness in the psych ward. There’s no way to avoid deep introspection when you’re lying in bed under suicide...

2 Things I Learned about the Church in a Psych Ward

Leading with Your Life: Leadership as Story

What if all the books, conferences, podcasts and blogs revolving around cultivating influence and best practices are inherently flawed in their...

Leading with Your Life: Leadership as Story

5 Things College Students Must Look for in a Church

High school seniors are getting ready to go off to college. This includes Christian students, for whom moving means being away from their home...

5 Things College Students Must Look for in a Church

5 Lessons the Church Can Learn from Disney

Disneyland Parks are places nearly every person wants to go, repeatedly. What if people were lining up at your church doors to do the same?

5 Lessons the Church Can Learn from Disney