ARTICLES

Category: Life

4 Characteristics of Good and Lasting Friendships

By Le Ann Trees / August 13, 2024

We need friends who are there for us over the years. Here are some key characteristics of friendships I treasure that have stood the test of time.

Are You a Productive Bee? 7 Ways God Has Gifted Christians to Serve

By Campbell Markham / July 31, 2024

A jar of honey is the result of thousands of forager bees, drones, builders, guards, and nurses toiling for the queen and her honeycomb kingdom. Here are 7 ways Christians also labor together to produce a sweet gospel harvest.

The Vital Connection between Sincere Love and Hospitality in the Church

By Matt Mullininx / July 19, 2024

How we treat someone at church, whether they’re a visitor or longtime member, may affect their involvement and their decision to continue attending. Here are some practical ways to share the love of Christ.

Biblical Fathering: On Being Forthright

By Don Strand / June 14, 2024

As opposed to the authoritarian and permissive parenting styles many of us experienced during childhood, here’s why being forthright is the biblical approach to fathering.

Biblical Fathering: On Being Flexible

By Don Strand / June 6, 2024

The father of old was to hold himself above outward displays of emotion and be above question regarding his decisions as well. Yet, a biblical dad needs to be willing to show how he feels and admit mistakes when he is wrong. Here is some practical advice for fathers on being flexible.

5 Pieces of Friendly Advice for Recent College Graduates

By Derek J. Brown / May 30, 2024

Whether you just graduated from college or are getting close to the finish line, here are five pieces of friendly advice as you pursue your post-college vocations.

Christians and the Military

By Daniel Rowlands / May 27, 2024

Those who serve in war leave all to fight against evil and return home with memories of the horrors of battle. How can the church serve and honor members of the military?

Biblical Fathering: On Being Fair

By Don Strand / May 24, 2024

In Ephesians 6:4 we see four principles for every Christian father. In this post we focus on the first principle: fathers are to be fair.

Grounding Our Expectations and Limitations in God’s Word

By Ayrian Yasar / May 21, 2024

We all live with expectations and limitations. How do we go about grounding our expectations for ourselves and others in God’s Word?