How do we help women at every stage of life and spiritual maturity grow to know God, be changed by him, and develop and use their talents and gifts? In too many of our Christian contexts, leadership training and ministry opportunities for women are inadequate or totally absent. This short guide puts foundational principles and practical plans—grounded … Read more…
Read by the author.Aimee Byrd peels back the church's underlying and pervasive theology of power to face the shame that lurks there and find the lasting hope of belonging in Christ.Some things happening in the church these days should provoke our anger. It's racked with scandals of fraud, abuse, cover-up. It's embroiled in racism, misogyny, margi… Read more…
Aimee Byrd peels back the church's underlying and pervasive theology of power to face the shame that lurks there and find the lasting hope of belonging in Christ.Some things happening in the church these days should provoke our anger. It's racked with scandals of fraud, abuse, cover-up. It's embroiled in racism, misogyny, marginalization, and hat… Read more…
8 Practical Steps for Extending Hospitality in the Local Church
Hospitality is a vital part of the Christian life. It's evident in God's love and provision for sinners and illustrated in the fellowship of the Lord's Supper. Still, many modern Ch… Read more…
Brief, Accessible Guide Explains the Characteristics and Role of the Local Church
What is the difference between the universal church and a local church? Is it important to belong to a local congregation? Isn't it enough to … Read more…
Small, Convenient Guide Offers Biblical Advice for Communicating the Gospel Message
Too often, believers find themselves unprepared to share their faith. They might be afraid of saying the wrong thing or afraid of even starting a conversation. Before they k… Read more…
In a world that expects near perfection from people in ministry, it is hard to be honest about struggles of being a pastor's wife or a woman in ministry--let alone have a sense of humor about it! In their popular podcast, Pastors' Wives Tell All, Jessica Taylor, Stephanie Gilbert, and Jenna Allen create a safe place for pastors' wives and women i… Read more…
In The Pastor as Apologist, Dayton Hartman and Michael McEwen attempt to recapture the pastoral role of apologetics. By ably speaking to their congregations about apologetical issues, pastors can be the first line of defense against doubt and attacks on the faith. Interweaving historical, theological, and philosophical attention to the conversation, Har… Read more…
Practical, Biblical Advice for Effective Pastoral Leadership
Many pastors feel torn between preaching and leading, but both responsibilities are essential. Without faithful exposition of Scripture, churches risk straying theologically. Without strong leadership, teaching lacks … Read more…
Paul David Tripp's Bestselling Daily DevotionalÂ
New Morning Mercies, Adapted for Teenagers
Teenagers today face unprecedented and complex challenges in their lives and relationships. Parents and youth leaders can offer … Read more…
Biblical Advice for Addressing Relational Frustrations in the Church
Being hurt is inevitable, even in the church. That's because relationships and emotions, designed to reflect God's love, are marred by sin. When someone commits an offense, it may … Read more…
A Concise Guide to Finding Jesus in the Old Testament
Can we see Jesus in the first 39 books of Scripture? While Christians believe the entire Bible points to Jesus as the Messiah, many have trou… Read more…