Scripture in Black and White Podcast
LISTEN NOW How did we get the Bible? Can we trust the Bible? What are the Bible’s essentials? How do we follow its hard teachings? In this podcast hosted by […]
A Cautious Defense of Boycotts
By now I’m sure that most of you are aware of the Bud Light/Dylan Mulvaney debacle. Just in case you haven’t heard, let me bring you up to speed. In […]
How to Use Preaching for Relational Discipleship
Preachers have unique opportunities to develop stronger disciples while also enhancing the quality of their preaching. It often feels as if we must choose between two essential activities in order […]
Renewing Your First Thought of the Morning
And the first thought of the morning is . . . What is that beeping sound? Wait a second. . . . The second thought is . . . Oh […]
What Is a Church? The Who.
So, who makes up a church? Interestingly, the use of the Greek word for church (ekklesia) as an intentional assembly is not the only way the word was used in […]
The Use of Programs in a Women’s Ministry
The use of programs in a women’s ministry can make up a large portion of the work a women’s ministry does. A particular program could be held once a year, […]
Hospitality in Disciple Making
Little things can make a tremendous impact. I live in Michigan. This past winter, we had a storm that brought in a mix of rain, ice, wind, snow, and brutal […]
Can Women Serve as Elders in the Church? 5 Questions for Egalitarians
Updated January 26, 2026 Disciples of Jesus face intense cultural challenges today, including frequent accusations of misogyny and patriarchy leveled against the local church. Under this pressure, it is tempting […]