The culture we live in is causing our youth to question everything they’ve been taught. We must be prepared to face the tough questions they wrestle with as they seek to become biblical citizens in the midst of a rapidly shifting culture.
The Role of Doubt in the Lives of Young Believers
Preaching Christ From the Old Testament
Treating Christ crucified as the decisive ground, and Christ glorified as the final goal, of every good offered to us in the Old Testament is not an encouragement to preach speculative types and shadows from grapes and twigs. It rests on solid, clear, biblical considerations relating to all Old Testament Scripture.
Embracing the Ministry Opportunities God Places Before You
Serving the community alongside other churches can be a rewarding experience. How do pastors and church leaders do this well?
The Problems of Pornography: Sexual Dysfunction and Beyond
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is not new, but ED is no longer occurring only in middle-aged and older men. Many men with ED are under 40. Research suggests this might be the result of pornography addiction.
Preaching, Persuasion, and the Power of Words
The Bible tells us that in order for someone to believe in Jesus they must first hear about Him. Before that happens, someone must be sent with the good news. What happens when those who are sent preach the gospel? Hearts are transformed and minds are persuaded that the good news of Jesus Christ is the Truth.
What Every Young Leader Should Know
Many Christians in ministries across the country believe they are untouchable. They’ve bought into the lie that they’re simply too faithful to fall or, on the other hand, they are too spiritual to give in to temptation. In the wake of believing such lies, boundaries are often missed or neglected and ministers end up in places they never thought they go. How do pastors and church leaders avoid such pitfalls?
A Tale of Two Questions
Michael Todd Wilson understands these challenges and provides honest, grace-filled counsel drawn from years of experience helping men pursue greater sexual integrity. He uncovers the everyday tendencies that keep us from overcoming our personal obstacles and provides fresh ideas to live in the light.
The Small Church’s Biggest Need, Biggest Blessing, and Biggest Opportunity
The small local church faces some challenges as it heads into a new year. Pastor and Author Karl Vaters helps pastors and church leaders think through the biggest needs, blessings, and opportunities it faces as we consider another year of ministry.
Adding Humor To Your Sermons
Adding humor to your sermons must be done with wisdom. Pastor Ted Cunningham shares how he has injected humor into his sermons and talks over the past few decades of pastoral ministry.
How Pornography Prevents Intimacy in Your Marriage
Does viewing pornography as a couple enhance intimacy in marriage? Marital sexuality is to be exclusive. So, pornography not only decreases true intimacy in marriage but actually prevents it.