The Gender DivideOver the last few years, it’s become increasingly clear to me that a significant divide is growing between men and women—not only in how they differ, but in how they see themselves and each other. We see it in families, politics, churches, workplaces,...
Over the last several years, I’ve watched a noticeable shift happen among younger evangelicals. Some who once seemed completely committed to contemporary, non-denominational Christianity—wanting to plant churches, preach in sneakers, and build the next “relevant”...
What if you’re addicted—and you just haven’t noticed yet? One of the defining issues of our generation is technology. Technology makes for a powerful tool, but a horrible master. Smartphones, social media, streaming services, gaming, and constant connectivity have...
A meditation on Philippians 4:6-7Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ...
Online dating has become one of the most common ways people meet today. According to Pew Research, more than half of Americans under 30 have used dating apps, and many relationships—even marriages—have started there. For many Christians, though, online dating raises...
A spiritual leader walked up to the church one day, but something felt deeply off. His eyes caught a side door he had never noticed before. From its cracks, a strange, smoky haze drifted out. He pushed it open and found a twisted, nightclub-like scene: dark, smoky,...
Did your mentors waste their time on you? All of us stand on the shoulders of those who have gone before us. We owe a debt to the parents, mentors, teachers, and friends who helped shape us into who we are today. God placed each of them in our lives, imperfect as they...
We’ve all seen it. A godly leader is doing what’s right — leading with integrity, making an impact for God’s glory. And then, someone attacks their character. Not their methods. Not their vision. The leader himself. The slander isn’t just frustrating — it’s personal....
The church really needs to touch grass. We've undergone an incredible societal shift since the internet launched in 1983. The turn of the century brought with it the invention of social media sites. Blackberries and iPhones made it possible to access all of it from a...