Mark Batterson

Let's Stop Throwing Stones at Each Other

We end up infighting and forget who our very real enemy is. I can’t help but wonder what would happen if we stopped throwing stones at each other.

3 Ways to Take Up Your Cross

Saint Patrick

At the age of 16, Saint Patrick was captured by Irish raiders and taken to Ireland where he became a slave to the chieftain of Ulster.

Who Are You Going to Offend?

One of the most important decisions you'll ever make is this: who are you going to offend? Man or God?

One Decision

I'm a big believer in the power of one decision. You are only one decision away from a totally different life.

Your Responsibility = Their Opportunity

I think one role of leadership is creating opportunities for others. If you do everything yourself, your potential is limited to your abilities. I know that sounds obvious, but the obvious eludes us!

Vague Confessions

In Jewish thought, there was a more nuanced understanding of sin. I think we have a one-dimensional understanding. Sin is sin.

Jesus Isn't Your Homeboy

Jesus Christ isn't your homeboy. He's the sinless Son of God who suffered brutal torture and crucifixion on a Roman cross.

Tweak the Environment

I honestly believe that you don't need to make massive changes. You need to identify the small changes that will make a big difference.

You'll Never Be Balanced

Balance is a mirage. It's a mirage in ministry. It's a mirage in marriage. It's a mirage in everything!