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Introducing the Lordship Catechism: Proclaiming the Supremacy of the Triune Lord in All Things
Lordship Catechism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Trinitarian Theology, Reformed Theology, Christian Discipleship, Biblical Theology, Applied Theology, Triune God, John Frame, Steve Childers, Pathway Learning Lordship Catechism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Trinitarian Theology, Reformed Theology, Christian Discipleship, Biblical Theology, Applied Theology, Triune God, John Frame, Steve Childers, Pathway Learning

Introducing the Lordship Catechism: Proclaiming the Supremacy of the Triune Lord in All Things

How can ancient truth shape today’s disciples? In The Lordship Catechism, John Frame and Steve Childers recover a Trinitarian vision of faith that unites theology, worship, and mission. Discover how this new catechism helps believers know the Father who creates, the Son who redeems, and the Spirit who restores—all for the glory of God.

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Evangelism Series Lesson Six: Methods of Evangelism
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel-Centered Preaching, Worship, Mission, Apostle Paul, Hospitality, Church Growth, Authentic Worship, Sharing the Gospel, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel-Centered Preaching, Worship, Mission, Apostle Paul, Hospitality, Church Growth, Authentic Worship, Sharing the Gospel, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson Six: Methods of Evangelism

What if evangelism felt less like a formula—and more like an overflow of worship and love? In this lesson, Steve Childers reveals how the Apostle Paul’s approach to evangelism united preaching, authentic worship, and genuine hospitality to reach both believers and seekers. Learn how you can recapture this gospel-centered vision and make evangelism a natural part of your life and community.

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Evangelism Series Lesson Five: A Message About Repentance and Faith
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Repentance, Faith, Obedience, Gospel Promises, Biblical Repentance, New Heart, New Creation, Gospel Transformation, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Repentance, Faith, Obedience, Gospel Promises, Biblical Repentance, New Heart, New Creation, Gospel Transformation, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson Five: A Message About Repentance and Faith

What does it really mean to repent and believe? Steve Childers explains that repentance and faith aren’t two separate steps—they’re two sides of the same coin. To repent is to turn from sin and self-trust; to believe is to turn to Christ in personal trust. Discover how this frees us from legalism, transforms obedience into joy, and connects us to the living Christ who promises a new heart and a new world.

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Evangelism Series Lesson Four: A Message About Christ and Salvation
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Sinless life of Jesus, Substitutionary atonement, God’s justice and love, Resurrection of Christ, Ascension of Christ, Victory over sin and death, Fullness of the gospel, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Sinless life of Jesus, Substitutionary atonement, God’s justice and love, Resurrection of Christ, Ascension of Christ, Victory over sin and death, Fullness of the gospel, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson Four: A Message About Christ and Salvation

The gospel is more than forgiveness—it’s the announcement of a King and his kingdom. As Steve Childers explains, Jesus lived the perfect life we never could, died the death we deserved, rose in victory, and now reigns over all. This is the fullness of the good news: Christ saves us by his life, his death, his resurrection, and his reign. Discover how this changes everything.

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Evangelism Series Lesson Three: A Message About God and Sin
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel of the Kingdom, Cosmic Renewal, Personal Salvation, Union with Christ, God’s Justice and Love, Idolatry, Worship, New Heart, New World, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel of the Kingdom, Cosmic Renewal, Personal Salvation, Union with Christ, God’s Justice and Love, Idolatry, Worship, New Heart, New World, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson Three: A Message About God and Sin

Is your view of the gospel too small? Steve Childers explains how the good news is bigger than personal forgiveness—it heals our guilt, gives us new hearts, and invites us into God’s plan to renew the whole world. Discover the depth of the gospel and why it truly is the best news you’ll ever hear.

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Evangelism Series Lesson Two: Motives in Evangelism
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Evangelism motives, Obedience to God, Compassion for the lost, Zeal for God’s glory, Cherishing Christ, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Evangelism motives, Obedience to God, Compassion for the lost, Zeal for God’s glory, Cherishing Christ, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson Two: Motives in Evangelism

Is obedience enough to sustain our evangelism? Steve Childers explains why evangelism isn’t just a command to follow, but a calling fueled by compassion for the lost and a passion for God’s glory. Discover how cherishing Christ above all else transforms your heart and empowers your witness.

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Evangelism Series Lesson One: Goals of Evangelism
Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Evangelism goals, Salvation of the lost, Growth of the church, Advancement of Christ’s kingdom, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers Evangelism, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Evangelism goals, Salvation of the lost, Growth of the church, Advancement of Christ’s kingdom, Pathway Learning, Steve Childers

Evangelism Series Lesson One: Goals of Evangelism

Who says you’re saved? In this Vintage Video lesson, Steve Childers explains why evangelism must go beyond private decisions to culminate in a credible profession of faith, baptism, and incorporation into Christ’s church. Learn how evangelism leads to the salvation of the lost, the growth of the church, and the advance of God’s kingdom.

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Worship Series Lesson Six: Corporate Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Existential Perspective, Corporate Worship, Private Worship, Sabbath Worship, Sabbath Rhythm, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Existential Perspective, Corporate Worship, Private Worship, Sabbath Worship, Sabbath Rhythm, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson Six: Corporate Worship

Corporate worship reveals the sacredness of the ordinary. Drs. John Frame and Steve Childers remind us that Sunday worship is more than a weekly service—it’s the lifeline of the Christian life. In simple, familiar rhythms, the gospel is remembered, grace is received, and our everyday lives are renewed. Discover how worship overflows into every part of life.

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Worship Series Lesson Five: Wholehearted Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Existential Perspective, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Existential Perspective, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson Five: Wholehearted Worship

What does it mean to worship God with your whole heart, soul, mind, and strength? In this new article, John Frame and Steve Childers show how true worship engages your whole being—renewing your mind with truth, stirring your affections for Christ, and offering your body in joyful obedience.

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Worship Series Lesson Four: The Cultural Perspective of Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson Four: The Cultural Perspective of Worship

What if many worship conflicts come from confusing cultural traditions with biblical commands? John Frame and Steve Childers help leaders distinguish between God’s unchanging elements of worship and the flexible cultural circumstances through which we express them.

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URGENT CALL TO PRAYER
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers, Global Missions, Online Theological Education, Church Leadership, Persecuted Church, East Asian Ministry, Church planting movement Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers, Global Missions, Online Theological Education, Church Leadership, Persecuted Church, East Asian Ministry, Church planting movement

URGENT CALL TO PRAYER

On Sunday evening (USA) and Monday morning (East Asia), Pathway Learning launched a 30-hour live online Spiritual Formation course for over 20 underground church planters and leaders in East Asia. Please pray for protection, clarity, and lasting impact—and consider giving to support this vital work.

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My New Experiences in Worship Using Older Worship Forms
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

My New Experiences in Worship Using Older Worship Forms

Since Steve Childers moved to Lookout Mountain, he’s been deeply encouraged by the Christ-centered, God-honoring worship at Lookout Presbyterian Church (PCA). These reflections aren’t about formal vs contemporary worship—they’re about how God uses "robust, historic, liturgical, and varied" worship services to help us experience the beauty and depth of our union with Christ in fresh ways.

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Worship Series Lesson Three: The Biblical Perspective of Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Regulative Principle, Contemporary worship, Traditional worship, Biblical worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson Three: The Biblical Perspective of Worship

Most people know the Ten Commandments—but few realize how different the first and second truly are. In this eye-opening article, John Frame and Steve Childers explain why worshiping the right God in the wrong way is still a serious issue today—and how Scripture alone must guide our worship.

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Worship Series Lesson Two: Vertical and Horizontal Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Vertical worship, Horizontal worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson Two: Vertical and Horizontal Worship

Worship isn’t just something we offer up to God—it’s also something He uses to shape us and bless others. True worship reaches upward in awe and reverence, and outward in love, encouragement, and witness. Discover how God designed worship to glorify Him and transform His people.

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Worship Series Lesson One: Broad and Narrow Worship
Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers Worship, Discipleship, Pastoral Theology, Church Planting, Church Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Spiritual Formation, Gospel transformation, Corem Deo, True worship, Broad worship, Narrow worship, Pathway Learning, John Frame, Steve Childers

Worship Series Lesson One: Broad and Narrow Worship

What does it mean to worship God—not just on Sundays, but every day of the week? Explore the biblical vision of worship in both the broad and narrow sense. Discover how your whole life can become an offering to God.

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Good News of a New Life, Gospel Renewal: The Gospel of God, Chapter 6
Gospel, Gospel-Centered, Theology, Trinitarian gospel, Biblical exposition, Applied Theology, Pastoral Education, Practical Theology, Pathway Learning, New Life, Gospel Renewal, Gospel Union, Gospel Dynamics, Gospel Obedience, John Frame, Steve Childers Gospel, Gospel-Centered, Theology, Trinitarian gospel, Biblical exposition, Applied Theology, Pastoral Education, Practical Theology, Pathway Learning, New Life, Gospel Renewal, Gospel Union, Gospel Dynamics, Gospel Obedience, John Frame, Steve Childers

Good News of a New Life, Gospel Renewal: The Gospel of God, Chapter 6

Learn How the Gospel Changes Us: Practical Steps to Spiritual Renewal. Discover how disciplines of grace like faith, repentance, and obedience can transform your life in the new series The Gospel of God: Good News You Can Use, by Steve Childers and John Frame.

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The Heart of Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 6
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Church Planting, Repentance and Faith, Heart Transformation, Spiritual Blessings, Christ-Centered Life, William Cowper, John Stott Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Church Planting, Repentance and Faith, Heart Transformation, Spiritual Blessings, Christ-Centered Life, William Cowper, John Stott

The Heart of Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 6

How does the gospel really change you? What’s your part? What’s God’s part? Discover how the gospel brings personal renewal to the human heart – beginning with yours.

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Spreading Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 5
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Church Planting, Church Networks, Church Alliances, Community Transformation, Kingdom Vision, Evangelism, John Frame, Richard Lovelace, Church Collaboration Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Church Planting, Church Networks, Church Alliances, Community Transformation, Kingdom Vision, Evangelism, John Frame, Richard Lovelace, Church Collaboration

Spreading Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 5

The answer our nation and world needs! History has shown that when healthy churches flourish, people and societies flourish. Learn practical ways to help your church spread gospel renewal in the world.

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Community Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 4
Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Community Renewal, Community Transformation, Church and Culture, Personal Transformation, Kingdom and Church, Societal Impact, Lesslie Newbigin, Abraham Kuyper Discipleship, Gospel-Centered, Pastoral Education, Pathway Learning, Practical Theology, Theology, Church Renewal, Steve Childers, Church Leadership, Spiritual Formation, Renewal, Gospel Renewal, Personal Renewal, Biblical Vision, Spiritual Transformation, Redemption, Kingdom of God, Holy Spirit, Community Restoration, Gospel Transformation, Biblical Teachings, Spiritual Growth, Christian Leadership, Community Renewal, Community Transformation, Church and Culture, Personal Transformation, Kingdom and Church, Societal Impact, Lesslie Newbigin, Abraham Kuyper

Community Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 4

Discover how your church is meant to be a sign, an instrument, and a foretaste of God’s Kingdom in your community. Learn how embracing both the gathered and scattered ministries of your church can help birth gospel renewal movements.

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Church Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 3
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Church Renewal: Renewal, Lesson 3

Revitalize your church by discovering the biblical path to renewal. Learn how to lead your church to renewal by realigning the church with God’s mission of restoring people to God, each other, and the world in the Renewal Series by Steve Childers.

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