Serving overseas brought both joy and crushing discouragement. Projects failed, people walked away, and loneliness weighed heavy. Yet one simple practice gave me perspective, lifted my hope, and kept me sane in the darkest stretches of ministry.
With so many Christian denominations, you can get the impression that nobody agrees. That’s not the case. There are 3 main differences between Christian denominations and one question you can ask to decide between them.
Why do most people follow the religion they were raised in? Is faith just cultural conditioning—or could there be more to it? This post explores the roles of belief, tradition, and the surprising way God works through both.
You’re trying hard, doing your best—but something still feels off. Why doesn’t life work the way it should? This post explores the often-ignored reason behind our struggles and points to the hope of real change.
Ever feel like your prayers are hitting the ceiling? Psalm 77 captures that struggle—and shows us a surprising path forward. If you’re tired, discouraged, or doubting, this reflection might be exactly what your heart needs today.
Many people think that it’s the leader who makes or breaks a small group. But a great small group is usually the result of one or two group members who make the difference. The Bible’s one another commands lay out practical steps that can help you turn your group into the community it’s designed to be.
Have you ever been in a small group discussion that was more awkward than awesome? You look around and see silence, rambling, confusion, and irritation. Maybe you’ve been the one leading and wondered what went wrong. Consider these pitfalls that can make even the best of Bible studies less than they were intended to be.
Starting a small group is fun, but what started as a great thing can easily become a tired thing. While God is the one who builds community, there are practical steps you can take to keep your small group thriving over the long term.
Joining a small group for the first time can feel intimidating, but it’s one of the best ways to grow in your faith. Here’s what to expect, how to prepare, and why it’s worth showing up.
When people think of church, they usually think of the place where you sit, listen, and sing on a Sunday morning, but church was intended to be much more. Church can be a lonely place if you never get past the crowd. You need relationships with other Christians you can invest in and be supported by. You need people to pray for and who will pray for you. You need a place where you can experience the family of God, not just a meeting with God. Small groups, or what we call life groups, are where those things happen.