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Theology

Evidence for the Resurrection: Is Easter Just More of the Same?

It has been said that “the resurrection of Christ is the capstone in the arch of Christianity, if it is removed Christianity crumbles.” Indeed, Paul…
Theology

The Difference Between the Rapture and Christ’s Return

Have you ever tried to explain something very carefully, only to have people take away every conclusion except the one you were trying to make?…
Articles

When God Crushes Your Dreams … and Why It’s Good. (Lessons from Babel)

As humans, we all have dreams and aspirations. We want to build, create, and achieve great things. It's natural to desire success, recognition, and a…
Theology
Five Points on the Mission Statement of a Christ Follower
Theology
Soli Deo Gloria: Why We Live for the Glory of God
Theology
The “Good People” Myth
Theology
Jesus & Cultural Relativism
Theology
Strange Fire Friendly Fire
Christian Living
Advent: Poverty and Glory
Culture

The Link: Use and Abuse of Critical Race Theory, Amanda Berry Smith, Expositors Collective Webinar & More

"On the Use and Abuse of Critical Race Theory in American Christianity"– The French Press"It can help identify the reality and effects of oppression but…
Culture

Living In The Negative World

Throughout our lives many of us have heard older generations harken back to a time when Christians were accepted, praised, and embraced by the culture.…
Culture

The Gospel for the Church After Orlando

“I don’t know how, but by the glory of God, he shoots at my head but hits my hand.” --Angel Colon, survivor of the Orlando…
Culture
CC Jinja Relief, Pondering the U.S. Presidential Election, Restoration with Lecrae & More
Culture
Gentleness in the Age of Outrage
Culture
The Link: Crossing Cultures Podcast, Uncontroversial Topics with Tim Keller, Challenges of Church Succession & More
Culture
Injustice, Deconstruction, & El Roi
Culture
Asbury – A Helpful Perspective From Gavin Ortlund
Culture
Violence and Peace: A Biblical Perspective on Civil Demonstrations
Gospel

Reframing the Gospel for the Nations in our Neighborhoods Part 3

When there was no more wine to supply to the guests at a wedding they were attending, Mary approached Jesus and subtly told Him to…
Gospel

Contextualizing the Gospel: An Example Set by Jesus

In my last article, I wrote about how contextualization was not about the church becoming more worldly. We looked back at the creational mandate for…
Culture

A Tribute to Billy Graham

When I awoke this morning and made my way downstairs, the first thing Cheryl said to me was that Billy Graham had passed away. I…
Gospel
How the Gospel Heals Shame
Gospel
From Pastors to Podcasts
Gospel
6 Reasons Why I Believe Jesus is God
Gospel
Advent: The Son
Gospel
A Secured Tomb Couldn’t Stop the Resurrected Christ
Gospel
Evangelism for the Introvert
Christian Living

While We Wait: Being the Church During Lockdown

In the past five weeks that I've been working from home and sheltering in place, the Lord has shown me many things about this season…
Discipleship

Take Courage: A Meditation on Acts 23:11

Ever finished a project and thought: Is that it? The result just did not compare to the excitement that first inspired action. This is especially…
Discipleship

Does Love-Fueled Ministry Exist?

My start in ministry was unexpected. I'm the son of a church-planting pastor. My childhood memories consist of awkward church people, financial struggles and a…
Ministry & Leadership
10 Easter Tips for Pastors
Ministry & Leadership
Life & Leadership Lessons with Nate Holdridge
Conference Archives
CF15UK :: Jim Gallagher
Announcements
Giving Tuesday!
Christian Living
The Holy Spirit & Intentionality in Discipleship
Christian Living
Real Hope for the Depressed Soul – Part 3
Discipleship

Make a Move: Discovering the Better Life God has for You

“We gotta get outta this place” — The Animals “I thought happiness was Lubbock Texas in my rearview mirror.” — Mac Davis “Let us press…
Discipleship

How to Respond when You become a Public Piñata

Jesus said that the servant is not above the master, and if our Master is Jesus, then we should expect to be both criticized and…
Discipleship

Keep It Simple, Saint!

I was recently blessed to be part of a pertinent discussion with a group of loving, caring, well-educated young pastors. We talked about some of…
Discipleship
How to Defeat Four Giants of Terror
Discipleship
Why You Should Not Take Offense
Discipleship
Five Points on Our Need for Community
Discipleship
Why We Need to Leave a Lasting Legacy for the Next Generation
Discipleship
Wake Up To The Story – Resisting Apathy pt.1
Christian Living
A Time of Lament
Christian Living

Purity Culture: It’s A Different Gospel

As an avid viewer of documentaries, and in particular those uncovering the inner workings of religious cults, I recently watched the Amazon Studios series Shiny…
Christian Living

The Necessity of Applying the Gospel to My Own Heart

I’ve spent most of my adult life in the city. I like the feel of concrete under my shoes, the convenience of functioning public transportation…
Christian Living

“Sinner” is No Longer Your True Identity

At the beginning of every year, every season of life, or every day, we can say, "We have not been this way before." A new…
Christian Living
How to Trample Three Lies Screaming at You
Christian Living
Finding Joy & Peace in Difficult Times
Christian Living
Husband of the Year: What It Means to Be a Servant
Christian Living
There is Good in This Harsh Reality
Christian Living
8 Principles For Reading The Bible Well (Proverbs 2)
Christian Living
Strength in the Weak Places