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The first Christians had almost nothing, but they lived like they had everything. Discover five bold ways they made gratitude their lifestyle.

I was enjoying myself well–until the sharing time began. Each person in the room began to share personal struggles.

Worried you won’t have enough if you tithe? This honest conversation will challenge what you really trust: God or your bank account.

God’s kingdom is for everyone. Christ’s church is not simply a place for people we deem acceptable; His church is a place where people can be accepted. Church should be the ultimate clique-free zone.

Some things like appreciating, forgiving, or praising, can and should be done promptly. Others, like bad reviews, "getting something off your chest," or crossing a line—should not. Prayer will help you discern.

We all get busy, but we must prioritize what matters most, like being involved in a local church. But what are some more specific ways we gain abundant life from a local church? Here are seven reasons to get involved in church even when our schedule is full.

By understanding the symbolic significance of the Jewish fall feasts, we can see the continuity of God’s redemptive plan and appreciate how these ancient practices reveal the depth of what Jesus has accomplished for us.

Tired of sleepwalking through your faith? Matt Chandler’s new 30-day challenge is calling you out of the fog and into fire—one step at a time.

Not everything that sounds “Christian” online is biblical. These 7 checks will help you hold fast to truth in a world full of spiritual confusion.

I’m guessing we’re not alone in visiting a new church for the first time. Whether you attend the congregation you grew up in, or just celebrated your three-month anniversary in a faith community, I guarantee there are people among you, visiting your church for the first time. Curious as to what turns a new person away? I’ve got seven ideas for you. 

Most church services include times of singing and music, and there are hundreds of options for worship leaders to choose from. But while some songs magnify the name of Jesus and thank Him for all He is and has done, others focus more on us and our emotional response. Together, we'll look at what makes a good worship song, as well as some examples from Scripture.

Angels have a lot to do, especially for those who have eyes to see. I believe that most of their work goes on behind the scenes where they are usually not noticed. Let me give you a short Biblical primer on the nature and work of angels.

Why does the world treat God’s name like punctuation? Before we say “it’s just a phrase,” here’s why believers must think twice about careless words and cultural habits.

Thank You Veterans for your service, so that our nation can live free. God bless you and God bless America!

Deliverance ministries have one purpose; to deliver us from evil spirits or heal us from an illness or ailment. But what is really a deliverance ministry? Is it biblical?

How can we fulfill our biblical responsibility to strengthen our own local body, and at the same time, realize our obligation to help new and (possibly) struggling churches in need of strengthening?

The older we get the more fearful we can be for the generations coming after us. But what if we turned that concern into specific prayers for them, just as you and I most assuredly had prayers said for us by our parents and grandparents and those before them?

Although Christians should always seek to serve the commands of God, we have to be careful that we don’t neglect to build a relationship with the Lord. Whenever, rules take precedence over true worship, legalism may be present. Here are 5 signs your church may be legalistic.

As we fall more in love with God, working for the Kingdom of God becomes natural expression of that love.

As a leader, you try to make wise decisions so you can lead people in the best direction for achieving goals together. Here are key guiding Bible verses for leaders that you can use to optimize success for you and your team.