The power of showing up: embracing God’s presence in every moment
In our walk with Christ, we often find that the simplest actions can have the most profound impact.
God showed me how this “best practice” was hurting the poor
Being generous to the poor through work is emphasized in Proverbs 31. Investing in what lasts, like helping the needy, is both wise and rewarding, as highlighted in Matthew 6. Take action by questioning harmful practices, creating benevolence funds, and volunteering skills for a fulfilling investment in kindness.
Engaging volunteers during the Summer
Some of us may need to give our volunteers a break during this season. Some of us may need to give them opportunities. And some of us need to do a combination of both. Below are reasons why—and action steps on how—to do both.
The power of unity: a testament to prayer, worship, and God’s Word
The Bucket Ministry’s success in Kibera was driven by prayer, worship, and unity—100 missionaries seeking God daily, proving that radical devotion makes the impossible possible.
Does God trust you?
Most of us spend a lot of time trying to figure out whether we think God is trustworthy. Maybe the only question isn’t whether we can trust God.
Where are the Christian men?
Men need Christian brothers to model manhood after Jesus, but many lack such companions.
Training church members for effective ministry
Pastors equip members for ministry by providing skills training and resources. Effective training involves practical learning experiences and modeling behaviors. Encouraging involvement and asking for input enhances member engagement and development.
Why serving others is essential
Brett Baker was on a self-destructive path until he joined the military, which gave him discipline, structure, and goals.
The peril of conceit
Humility is a key quality of the one who wants to be a servant of God.
Qualified to comfort
What kind of leadership do we need in the 21st century? Do you know the answer to this question?
Calling and work
Does your faith end on Sunday and feel disconnected from Monday’s grind? You are called to glorify God, serve Him, and witness for Christ through your everyday work.
Hopelessly devoted: a love that lasts a lifetime
People of a certain age, me, for example, remember a couple of pop songs filled with echoes of this verse.
Labor of love
Monday morning, rush hour, road construction. Six words that bring despair to the heart of the commuter.
Leaders need encouragement for it can be lonely at the top
Leaders are constantly in the crosshairs of criticism, and by virtue of their position, they can be easy targets for angry people.
The value of getting in the mud (Interview with Mike McDonald of The Bible Project)
In this highlight from our interview with Mike McDonald, he shares that “getting in the mud”—stepping outside your comfort zone to follow God’s call—is a key part of understanding your true identity in Christ.
The new leadership style that future leaders seek
Modern leadership has customarily been associated with command-and-control leadership. But is this the best way?
What it means to “set your mind on things above”
If greed and idolatry are one and the same then combating greed must be a part of our playbook for enjoying our work in a non-idolatrous way.
What will you leave behind when God calls you home?
We could all do well to learn these lessons of stewardship.
5 things that give pastors a bad name with unchurched people
Is there anything you or I do–as regular, average pastors–that hurts rather than helps the cause of the local church?
What’s that Bible doing on your desk?
I believe that those who honor their Christian faith at work will do two things: 1) They will do a good job, and 2) They will be men of their word.
