Articles Archives - Page 53 of 72

What Is the Atonement?

What does it take for sinful people to be “at one” with God?

How Greed Works

Greed is a real danger that threatens all of us, and here’s how it works.

How to Be a Disciple-Maker Maker

Every Christian should go and make disciples (mentor someone). But most Christians stop short of what Jesus really wants from us.

Here’s How to Drift from God

If you’ve drifted from God, then you need to identify what is pulling you away from him and do whatever it takes to get closer to him.

Why Do So Many Christian Marriages End in Divorce?

Divorce is affecting 1 in every 2 marriages and this statistic doesn’t improve much among Christians.

Developing People in Small Groups

Lesson 3 of Small Group Training. Leading a small group that makes disciples means taking initiative to develop people in your group to go full circle in pursuit of God.

Why Is There Evil?

Humans were made with the capacity to love God freely. Instead, choosing to disobey, we have reaped the terrible consequences.

Should We Take Communion Every Week?

Some churches take communion weekly, others do not. Who’s right?

Eric’s Story: Freedom from Addiction

Eric shares about his journey from drug addiction to freedom in Christ.

How Emotions Work

Feeling angry, sad, or afraid? God created all of our emotions, and he can use every part of our emotional life to help us grow mature in our relationship with him.

3 Tips on How to Read the Bible

Do you struggle with reading the Bible? Jefferson Bethke has some helpful tips.

Am I Ready to Get Married?

Marriage is a big deal, not to be taken lightly. How do you know if you’re ready to get married?

How to Be a Catalyst in Your Church

If you want to bring a culture of discipleship to your church or ministry, you’ll need to become a catalyst – a disciple who makes disciples. Here’s how you can do it….

Is It A Sin For A Christian To Smoke Marijuana?

Recreational use of pot is on the rise, legal now in several states. But does it honor God?

God of Moses: When God Breaks the Chains

God has the power to deliver us for good – from any kind of bondage.

Parents, Be Careful to Emphasize the Right Things

Let’s be careful not to emphasize the world’s opinion over God’s opinion. Otherwise, we run the risk of raising kids who live as enemies of the cross.