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Discipleship

Calvary Chapel Needs Scholars

Chuck Smith famously proclaimed that God does not call the trained; he trains the called. Like many Calvary Pastors, I owe much of my ministry…
Theology

Eschatology of Hope: Time for a New Perspective?

Eschatology: Noun / es-kə-ˈtä-lə-jē: A branch of theology concerned with the final events in the history of the world or of humankind. - Merriam-Webster Dictionary…
Theology

Understanding Cessationism: The Gifts of the Spirit & the Church Today

“Speaking in tongues is demonic.” “Speaking in tongues is the evidence of Spirit baptism.” “The gift of prophecy ceased in the life of the church…
Theology
Why I Believe in the Rapture of the Church
Theology
The Case for Premillennialism
Culture
What is Postmodernism, and Why Should we care?
Theology
Strange Fire Friendly Fire
Christian Living
Eternity is Closer Than We Might Think
Theology
Resources for Seeing Christ in the Old Testament
Culture

I Thank God for Tim Keller

On Thursday, May 18th, I, along with many others, read the sad news that Tim Keller was being sent home from the hospital and put…
Christian Living

Vincent under the Starry Night of His Calling

Calling and desire, though close in emotional intensity, aren’t the same thing. I’ve known people come to serve with all the proper credentials, with holy…
Culture

Avoiding the Trap of Conspiracy Theory Christianity

Because God loves us, we can love God and love people! Can you think of anything more profound than this vertical and horizontal love that…
Articles
Fundamentalists, Progressives, and Theological Method
Culture
Relief for fire victims in Paradise, CA
Culture
Violence and Peace: A Biblical Perspective on Civil Demonstrations
Culture
The Link: Church Finder, The Most Diverse Movement in History, Can We Really Trust the Gospels and More
Culture
God’s Goodness in the Midst of COVID
Culture
Pray for Texas
Gospel

Evangelism for the Introvert

It’s safe to say that evangelism is on the Lord’s heart. When we pray, "May your kingdom come," I believe the Lord wants to impress…
Gospel

Peace on Earth

“Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth, peace to men on whom God's favor rests.” (Luke 2:14). There is still quite a bit…
Gospel

Gospel-Based Differentiated Unity

I recently went on a missions trip to help out near the Ukrainian border of Poland. Though brief, my experience was life-enriching. It also brought…
Culture
Tim Keller, the War on Winsomeness, & Responding to the “Negative World.”
Culture
A Conversation on Class, Culture, the Gospel, and Race
Gospel
Meditations on Good Friday
Gospel
I Am the Resurrection and the Life
Gospel
Persecution Will End
Gospel
Easter: Further Meditations for This Weekend
Ministry & Leadership

Biblical Femininity: God’s Unique Design for Women

What does it mean to be a woman? How can a girl know how to be a woman? We need not look far to understand…
Ministry & Leadership

When Is It Time To Kill A Ministry

"Know When to Fold ‘em!” Though I wouldn’t refer to myself as a mountain biker, I do own a nice bike and have ridden a…
Ministry & Leadership

When Leaders Lead 2020: Vision!

"Welcome to our 10th annual When Leaders Lead Women’s Conference! This conference offers an opportunity for you will be refreshed, restored, and renewed to lead…
Ministry & Leadership
Planting a Church: 5 Keys to Help You Succeed
Gospel
The Gospel in HD: Transformation We Can See
Ministry & Leadership
Best Of Series: Matt Redman on the “Heart of Worship”
Christian Living
A Time of Lament
Ministry & Leadership
Things That Matter: Preachers Need to Laugh
Ministry & Leadership
Working on Unity
Discipleship

A Life Rearranged: An Important Lesson Learned in Nicaragua

Descending into Managua, I peered through the plane’s window at Lake Managua, looking quite serene from above. Nicaragua is a land of stark contrasts. The…
Discipleship

Let’s Talk About Your Marriage

I’m concerned about your marriage. I’m not suggesting that anything is wrong with it, but I do know that sometimes marriage issues sneak up on…
Discipleship

Sermon-Based Small Groups: Making Disciples in Small Groups with Expository Preaching

What is my story with sermon-based small groups? On July 27, 2017, our world lost a legend. It was on that day Haddon Robinson stepped…
Discipleship
Unity, Love, and Social Action
Discipleship
How to Win in Spiritual Warfare
Discipleship
The Wiles of the Devil: Fear
Christian Living
The Power of God’s Word
Discipleship
5 Preaching Tips from the Apostle Paul
Discipleship
Why Zeal for Jesus is Important
Christian Living

Legalism or Realism: Understanding the Difference

He was observably upset, “You’re being legalistic!” were the last words I ever heard from Zachary, as he slammed my office door hard enough to…
Christian Living

Why Do Spiritual Droughts Happen?

Back in the 80s, my buddies and I wanted to go on a mountain hike up to the top of Sandia Peak in Albuquerque, New…
Christian Living

The Transforming Power of Grace in Romans 6:1-14

While reflecting on Romans 6:1-14—a passage worth revisiting regularly—I found a profound answer to the problem of sin: the transforming power of grace. Paul begins…
Christian Living
Five People You Are Destined to Love
Christian Living
Four Thoughts on How Our Spiritual Life and Family Life Must Intersect
Christian Living
Memento Mori: Death Inspiring Life
Christian Living
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome – With Mike Neglia
Christian Living
Example of God’s Constant Presence From 1870 Paris
Christian Living
February Resolve: Five Ways to Keep Going