AUTHOR

Derek J. Brown

9 Reasons You May Be in a Spiritual Drought—and How to Find Refreshment

By Derek J. Brown / January 2, 2024

At times our sense of spiritual realities can be strong and vibrant. Other times our hearts feel like lead weights. Here are some reasons you may be in a spiritual drought—and how to find refreshment.

If We Love More, Will We Be Forgiven More? — Luke 7:47

By Derek J. Brown / November 15, 2023

In Luke 7:47 Jesus says: “Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven—for she loved much.” What does love have to do with forgiveness in Christ?

17 Custom-Made Temptations Crafted Just for You

By Derek J. Brown / October 25, 2023

It is vital, a matter of life and death, to understand the ways Satan will tempt us to sin. Be on guard against these 17 custom-made temptations—crafted just for you.

Is Poverty More Spiritual?

By Derek J. Brown / October 17, 2023

Some Christians in the 12th and 13th centuries divested themselves of nearly all their possessions and gave themselves to what St. Francis of Assisi called “Lady Poverty.” Should Christians pursue a life of poverty?

2 Things You Need to Know about the Exclusivity of Christ

By Derek J. Brown / October 3, 2023

Some people think it’s unkind to tell others that their religion or worldview is wrong. Why is holding up Jesus Christ as the only way of salvation the most loving thing we can do?

Friend of Sinners: Evangelizing Like Jesus Did

By Derek J. Brown / September 1, 2023

It was a scandal for Jesus to eat with tax collectors (Luke 5:30) and go into their homes (Luke 19:5-6). Here are some things we can learn from Jesus’ model of evangelism.

5 Biblical Exhortations for Single and Married Christians in the Church Body

By Derek J. Brown / May 19, 2023

How do single and married Christians fellowship with and serve each other in a way that honors the blessing of marriage and the gift of singleness?

Should Christians Have a Bucket List?

By Derek J. Brown / December 31, 2021

Lots of people choose to channel their energies toward having as many experiences as possible before they die. Should Christians have a bucket list?

5 Reasons Why Your Child’s Bedtime Matters

By Derek J. Brown / November 6, 2021

If there is one thing that young children lack, it is self-control. Here are five reasons why parents should lovingly establish and faithfully implement a consistent sleep routine.