"You and I were designed to press forward, to reach out, to climb higher."
Half-hearted Christianity is common because it's easy. But in The Pursuit of Excellence Dr. George Sweeting explores the nine marks of Christians who pursue and attain excellence, including... READ MORE »»
Featured Books for Review
"I welcome Chris Bruno's readable and thoroughly biblical exploration of faith and works. He sets the matter in both its wider biblical context at the same time as he makes clear its relevance and importance to faithful Christian living today." –Douglas J. Moo ... READ MORE »»
10 Truths that Transform College for the Christian
Our time at university is almost always a pivoting point, for better or worse. Some people go into college seemingly strong in their faith but walk away burnt out and disillusioned. Others come in with spiritual doubts and apathy toward Christ... READ MORE »»
When's the last time you were captivated by Jesus?
Crowds clamored, women wept in awe, disciples dared to do the impossible- all because of Jesus. Somewhere in the overly familiar we've lost our fascination. Whether you're worn thin, filled with questions, or desperate for more of... READ MORE »»
Want More From Your Prayer Life?
If you're dissatisfied in your prayer life, wanting to be more consistent in prayer, or looking to deepen your intimacy with God, then this Bible study was written for you. It examines the prayers of eight biblical characters and teaches you how to pray like... READ MORE »»
The present is more than a place where the past comes to rest.
It is more than a staging ground for the future.
The present is where God shows up.
We live our lives in the present, but often our minds are racing toward the future or overwhelmed by the past. We want to change the past and... READ MORE »»
Is it really possible to have the home life you want with the people you love?
The most exciting part of any home improvement show is the big reveal—that moment when a drab, run-down house becomes a breathtaking new home. What if you could have that with your home life?
That's what... READ MORE »»
Aren't Christians Supposed to Be the Loving Ones?
Whether it's the news, social media, or well-intentioned friends, we're told daily to fear "others." We fear strangers, neighbors, the other side of the aisle, even those who parent differently. And when we're confronted... READ MORE »»
What am I going to do with my retirement?
People talk about retirement like it's supposed to be an endless vacation. But what if, like the majority of those facing retirement, you can't afford such a luxury? Or, what if you just want something more from retirement? Some advocate for no... READ MORE »»
"Someone once noted that God made us in His image, and ever since we have tried to do God a favor by making Him in our image."
It's easy to speak to others about the Jesus who cared for the poor, healed the sick, and preached love and justice for the least of these. But what about... READ MORE »»
"What a refreshing book! Imagine a church whose primary emphasis is to make people "feel at home." I wish every young pastor could read this book. Thanks, Lee, for a wonderful reminder of what the church is to be."
-Erwin W. Lutzer, Pastor Emeritus, The Moody Church, Chicago... READ MORE »»
You Don't Have to Dread Conflict
Every church will experience conflict at some point. But it doesn't have to destroy you. In fact, conflict can be an incredible opportunity, if you know how to seize it. Unfortunately, very few churches use the opportunity well, but your church can.... READ MORE »»
A Lost Book from J. Oswald Sanders Now Re-Released with a Beautiful New Cover
"The complex strains and problems which the Christian encounters in the contemporary world find their answer, not in tranquilizers or stimulants, but in a correct understanding and application of scriptural... READ MORE »»
Funny stories. Make-you-cry stories. And all of them show us something about ourselves and our Savior we can never forget.
-Dr. Tony Evans, President, The Urban Alternative, Senior Pastor, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship
Kids have a way of saying things adults would never say and revealing... READ MORE »»
Quiet the voices of "not good enough" and step courageously into guilt-free homeschooling
Many homeschool parents have a long-term relationship with self-doubt. "Did I make the right decision?" "Could someone else do this better?" "Am I robbing my kids of... READ MORE »»
A Lost Book from J. Oswald Sanders Now Re-Released with a Beautiful New Cover
"Many true lovers of the Lord are beset with a sense of inadequacy and failure in living the Christian life as it ought to be lived. … they yearn to know Christ better and serve Him more worthily. It is to... READ MORE »»
More time to teach what matters most
Don't waste time explaining the basic details of every story while you're teaching. Have your students learn them through the Bible Workbooks. The Workbooks are full of exercises, questions, and maps that ensure students have the fundamentals down... READ MORE »»
More time to teach what matters most
Don't waste time explaining the basic details of every story while you're teaching. Have your students learn them through the Bible Workbooks. The Workbooks are full of exercises, questions, and maps that ensure students have the fundamentals down... READ MORE »»
What separates happy marriages from miserable ones?
Surprisingly, it's not healthy communication. It's not conflict resolution skills. It's actually the size of the marriage's joy gap.
Joy Gap
/joi gap/ (n.)-1. The length of time between moments of shared joy
When... READ MORE »»
