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Conflict Series Lesson Five: Owning Conflict
True spiritual leadership begins with humility and repentance. This article unpacks seven powerful marks of genuine confession that every church leader should know—drawn from Scripture and Ken Sande’s Peacemaker. Learn how to lead through repentance, restore unity, and reflect the gospel in all your relationships.
Conflict Series Lesson Four: Engaging Conflict
How do you know when to let something go and when God is calling you to speak up? See how confrontation can actually be an act of love when done with humility and grace.
Conflict Series Lesson Three: Managing Conflict
Every church experiences conflict—but not every church handles it well. In this article, Steve Childers shares biblical wisdom for navigating conflict in a way that strengthens your leadership and reflects the love of Christ. Learn how to respond to criticism, recognize unhealthy antagonism, and let the gospel reshape your heart and your relationships.
Conflict Series Lesson Two: Redeeming Conflict
What if your next conflict is actually an invitation from God? Discover how conflict can become a path to glorify God, love others, and grow spiritually.
Conflict Series Lesson One: Ministry Conflict
Ministry conflict isn’t a matter of if but when. The good news is that you don’t have to be caught off guard or alone. Learn how to navigate conflict in a way that protects your people, your heart, and your mission.
Discipleship Series Lesson Six: Design for Discipleship
Most churches want to make mature disciples—but without a clear, intentional plan, that goal often falls short. Discover how to build an intentional, effective discipleship plan rooted in biblical principles.
Discipleship Series Lesson Five: Pathways in Discipleship
Learn how Jesus made disciples—and why his method still transforms lives today. Discover how Jesus used smaller groups and deeper commitments to change the world.
Discipleship Series Lesson Four: Goals in Discipleship
Warning: Someone can be a visionary leader, outstanding preacher, brilliant Bible scholar, and missionary martyr but still not be a mature disciple. What does a mature disciple of Jesus Christ really look like? You might be surprised.
Discipleship Series Lesson Three: Principles of Discipleship
Discover biblical principles for discipleship that move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach. Explore practical wisdom on grace-driven obedience, personalized mentoring, and holistic growth to help your church cultivate devoted followers of Christ.
Discipleship Series Lesson Two: The Master’s Method of Discipleship
When Jesus’ plan is reflected on, it’s so different from the modern church that its implications are nothing less than revolutionary. Learn how to be more effective in making disciples by taking a closer look at the Master's method.
Discipleship Series Lesson One: Foundations of Discipleship
Think you know how to make disciples? Think again. Discover the three specific ways Jesus commands us to make disciples in this first article in the new Discipleship Series by Steve Childers.
Ever Wonder Why Jesus’ Resurrection Doesn’t Mean More To You?
Why celebrate the resurrection of Jesus? The resurrection means much more than we can have life after death. The Bible give us several perspectives on the meaning and significance of Jesus’ resurrection. Here are ten biblical reasons to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus.
Why the Wonder of God's Love Cannot Be Known Without the Horror of His Wrath
Ever wonder why the cross does not move you more deeply? Learn why the wonder of God's love cannot be known apart from the horror of his wrath.
A Gentleman and a Scholar (Framing John Frame, Part 4)
“You are a gentleman and a scholar.” It’s a phrase used in the Catcher in the Rye. But it’s been used for centuries throughout the British Isles to describe a rare person worthy of being considered not only a scholar but also a gentleman. Not all scholars are gentlemen. Not all gentlemen are scholars. John Frame is both.
Perspectives Series Lesson Six: Seeing All Life Through God’s Triune Lordship
God’s Triune Lordship: Recovering How To See All of Life Through the Lens of the Trinity. Learn how God’s Triune Lordship helps avoid a fragmented faith and leads to whole-life discipleship.
Perspectives Series Lesson Five: Christ’s Redemption & the Spirit’s Restoration
Longing for a Better World? Here’s Real Hope. Broken relationships, suffering, and injustice surround us. But there’s good news–God is making all things new. Discover the full hope of his redemption.
Perspectives Series Lesson Four: The Fall of the Father's Kingdom
What Went Wrong? Understanding the Fall of God's Kingdom. Sin didn’t just affect individuals—it corrupted the world. Learn how the Fall disrupted God’s kingdom and what it means for leadership.
🍀 A St. Patrick’s Day Laugh (and Some Life-Changing Theology!)
Many link St. Patrick’s Day to shamrocks, but St. Patrick is also known for teaching the Trinity. While some analogies fall short, the Trinity isn’t just a mystery—it’s Good News! Watch a funny 3:49 video and a 5:45 deep dive on how the triune God’s work shapes the gospel.
Dance and the Grace of Discipline
Discover how ballet and faith share a profound connection in Silas Farley’s reflections on discipline and freedom. Just as dancers train to move with grace, spiritual disciplines shape our souls. Read how commitment to prayer, Scripture, and community mirrors the artistry of dance.
Perspectives Series Lesson Three: God’s Triune Nature
Learn how to view all of life through the perspective of God’s triune work in the gospel. The gospel is not just theology—it’s a worldview that transforms how you see all of life. Learn more in the Perspectives Series by Childers and Frame.