- 05/26/2012
The Skinny on Fasting (the Elusive Spiritual Discipline That I Avoid)
Over the years I think I have subconsciously tried to assign fasting to the Old Testament rituals that were (or should have been anyway) nailed to the cross. Nevermind the fact that fasting is mentioned several times in the New Testament.
6 comments - 05/19/2012
Relentlessly Relational
We should long to see everyone in our circle of influence (and outside of it for that matter) receive the forgiveness, life and hope of Jesus.
- 05/16/2012
10 Reasons Why Christians Should Focus More on the Gospel Than Politics
Politics change. The gospel doesn't. The gospel will transform our politics, not vice versa.
48 comments - 05/08/2012
10 Ways 'The Avengers' Are an Example for the Church
They are hard to get together but when they do people get saved
9 comments - 05/03/2012
Katie's Story
I didn't really grow up in a Christian household. I had some things happen to me as a kid that no girl should ever have to go through. I got this idea in my head that I had to pay for being such a screw up.
- 04/29/2012
10 Ways to Be Cool Though Christian
1. Get a tattoo but make sure it's a Hebrew word for something spiritual.
42 comments - 04/28/2012
10 Reasons I Love Mobilizing Teens to Share the Gospel
They are twitchy (just like the early disciples!) Teens are looking for a cause to live for
27 comments - 04/11/2012
Angry Nerds
Is it me or is there a growing number of theologically conservative preachers, teachers and seminary students who just seem ticked off all of the time?
136 comments - 04/07/2012
Easter Eggs, Jelly Beans and Jesus
How do we as Christians deal with the whole topic of the "pagan" celebration of Easter verses the Christian holiday of Resurrection Sunday?
- 04/02/2012
The Gospel Test: Do Your People Really Know the Good News?
Consider the possibility that you could be over-estimating what the Christians you lead really know when it comes to the Gospel.
- 03/21/2012
The Evangelist's Temptation
Every evangelist faces a huge temptation. No, I'm not talking about sexual immorality, nor am I talking about financial impropriety or even pride. I believe that most evangelists, at one time or another, succumb to its evil whisper.
- 03/15/2012
Helping Teens Taste, Feel, See and, of Course, Hear the Gospel
Are you creating total sensory gospel experiences in your youth group? Can teenagers see, feel, taste and, of course, hear the gospel when they attend your weekly meetings? Teens should sense the power of the gospel on at least four levels in your youth ministry
- 03/09/2012
10 Things That Bother Me (Some of Which Probably Shouldn't)
Bad Christian drivers with corny Christian bumper stickers. You rep Jesus, so drive better or scrape it off. TV preachers who wear $3,000 suits, drive Mercedes and beg for more money.
23 comments - 02/27/2012
5 Reminders for Your Teenagers in Light of the School Shootings in Ohio
Today the students of Chardon High School in Chardon, Ohio are in shock. Although details are still coming in, we do know that at least four other students were shot and a suspect is in custody.
4 comments - 02/23/2012
5 Reasons Jesus Would Be Fired If He Were Hired as a Youth Leader
In the crazy "what if" world of impossible scenarios I am convinced that Jesus would be fired within his first few months of becoming a youth leader at the typical church.
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