It is impossible to grow in righteousness if we have not first been declared righteous through Christ.

What have old fashioned stereotypes like that got to do with planting churches and making disciples of Jesus? Perhaps more than you might think.

Hope is vital. As Martin Luther said: “Everything that is done in this world is done by hope.”

If we treasured our relationship with God and really lived like He was our number one, what would that look like?

Biblical leaders follow Jesus and help others to follow Him.

How can God’s control be compatible with 2020?

If you live in a scheme—or a poor community in another part of the world—you’ve probably had to think through this issue.

Healthy relationships in the local church are the best context for challenging sin.

Perfection is not the prerequisite for correcting a brother or sister.

Let’s face it, no one likes having hard, confrontational conversations. But we must do what God says in His Word.