Leaders are readers. It’s cliche. But it’s true. If you want to grow this coming year then pick up a book, or two, or forty-five. (I heard about a guy who reads fifty-two books a year!) You will be the same person this time next …
7 reasons why YOU CAN and SHOULD be a small group leader and host
People come up with a lot of reasons why they can’t be a small group leader: I’m not tall enough, strong enough and no one likes me. Oh, wait! That’s a different list! Sorry. Let me start over. Becoming a small group leader can be …
5 Things EVERY Small Group Attendee Needs to Know
Small Groups are an important part of Leading People to Follow Christ in a Life Changing Way and we can’t do this without leaders and hosts. Here are a few things that make small group time more enjoyable for the leader/host and your experience more …
Who was Sosthenes in the Bible?
So there I was, reading my Bible. I was just beginning First Corinthians and I came across this strange name in the very first verse: This letter is from Paul, chosen by the will of God to be an apostle of Christ Jesus, and from …
What Super Bowl Commercials Reveal About Our Culture
If you want to get a pulse on modern culture, look no further than Super Bowl commercials. These thirty to sixty second, highly creative spots showcase what our culture values, celebrates, and esteems. There’s a reason companies invest millions of dollars (2022 ads ran 6.5 …
How to Work Out Your Salvation
What does it mean to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling“? (Philippians 2:12b) If Paul had said, “work out your body,” we would know exactly what to do. We’d hit the gym, stretch our muscles and lift some weights. For our muscles …
The Power of Together
Over a decade ago, the massive video screen at AT&T Stadium, the home of the Dallas Cowboys, was the talk of the world. The giant 1080p video board spans 160 feet wide and contains 30 million light bulbs. Yep, you read that right, 30 million light …
Five Fascinating Christmas Quotes from the Original Christmas Story
There’s no shortage of classic, Christmas quotes. See if you can recognize any of the following from your favorite Christmas movies. “God bless us, everyone!” “You’ll shoot your eye out kid.” “The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” …
Six Questions to Ask Yourself When Making Difficult Decisions
Decisions matter. You are where you are today because of the decisions you’ve made over the course of your life. Decisions shape us. You’ve made a few big decisions like where to go to college, what career path to take, and who to marry. These …
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Four Foundational Words We’re Building On
You can learn a lot about a person when you step into their home. Imagine waking into the home of a family you’ve never met before. At a quick glance, you instantly make some surface-level observations about the household. Are they clean and organized, or …
Five Powerful Passages on the Resurrection
God’s Word is full of powerful passages on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In fact, all four gospel accounts of Jesus’ life include detailed perspectives on the events surrounding Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection. But the gospels aren’t the only place to read about the …
Four New Testament Reasons We Freely Give
Are Christians required to tithe? If you google the question, you’ll find ample articles, sermons, and teachings on both sides of the fence. Some argue tithing is an Old Testament law (like animal sacrifices) that is no longer necessary or in effect today. Others hold …
8 Ways You’re Not as Independent as You Think
As a Christian, you’re not as independent as you think. Your life is interwoven in the lives of others, and it’s not something you can escape. Last summer Erin (my wife) and Aly (my daughter) took a spontaneous trip to Oregon to visit some close …