We look to the past in order to retrieve the resources we need to fortify and renew our faith in the present as we discern with wisdom and prudence the way forward. Read More »
Bible Reading
3 Reasons Our Churches Need the Old Testament
The Old Testament invites us into the grand narrative of God’s redemption that began in the garden, was inaugurated on the cross, and will be completed when Christ returns. Read More »
2 Things Every Bible Study Discussion Needs
Whether or not you’re the leader, there are things you can do and watch for to help guide a group to a spiritually impactful discussion. Read More »
5 Questions to Ask When You Don’t Get Anything Out of Your Pastor’s Sermons
Sure, there are some weak sermons and less-than-engaging preachers. But church members have skin in the game every Sunday. Read More »
3 Unique Ideas for Engaging in Scripture
With many different personalities and learning styles represented in our churches, it’s hard to recommend a one-size-fits-all approach to reading the Bible. Read More »
3 Strategies for Building a Congregation of God Seekers
Seeking God is the believer’s priority. We seek Him above everything else, and when we do, His work will naturally be done in and through our lives. Read More »
5 Counter-Intuitive Prayers For the Next Generation
Scripture encourages the Church to go deeper, prompting believers to pray for the next generation in ways that—on the surface—seem downright strange. Read More »
3 Common Mistakes in Choosing a Fall Bible Study
Church leaders have their methods for choosing the Bible studies that will be offered to their congregations. But many are going about it the wrong way. Read More »
Navy Chaplain Sees Deployment as Part of the Great Commission, Helps Marines ‘HEAR’ the Bible
For the past several months, Navy Chaplain Trevor Carpenter’s mission has been the discipleship of Marines in Honolulu, Hawaii. Read More »
3 Ways to Engage People with Scripture
The centrality and importance of Scripture in the life of churches and believers may be clear, but that doesn’t translate into practice. Read More »