Hint: They aren’t biblical.
There are surprising benefits in reading about those who have gone before us.
We are not exempt from suffering and the various discouragements that come along with discipleship. But there are things we can do to help us press on.
‘Why does this feel so pointless? Is this all a waste? I cannot understand it, but I know you have a plan.’
Several weeks ago, I became one of the millions of Americans who lost their job due to COVID-19. As a pastor, here’s how I’ve sought to respond.
Building healthy churches among the poor requires godly, faithful men. How do we get there?
Before I became a Christian, I thought being a single parent was the hardest job I have ever had. But that was a walk in the park compared with being a Christian.
Unemployment rates are incredibly high in some of the world’s poorest communities. So how does the gospel apply to those who don’t have paid work?
Urban ministry is full of both apparent and also real chaos. How we respond is crucial.
Emotions can feel unpredictable. But they need not control us.
‘How sweet the name of Jesus sounds, in a believer’s ear! It soothes our sorrows, heals our wounds, and drives away our fear.’