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living on less
Christian Living

Living on Less

E. G. “Jay” Link challenges Christians to reconsider their wealth through three changes in perspective, priorities, and purpose, showing how choosing to live on less can create opportunities…

E.G. Jay Link · January 4, 2014
year without shopping
Christian Living

Less Is More: A Suburban Mom Resists Consumer Culture to Increase Her Generosity

Janet McMahon shares how a year without buying anything for herself transformed her understanding of generosity, consumerism, community, and God's provision—and inspired her family to give away more.

Janet McMahon · January 3, 2014
what churches can learn from CrossFit
Church Leadership

What the Church Can Learn from My Cult

Brian Mavis explores six lessons churches can learn from CrossFit, including simple operations, people-centered leadership, shared challenges, practical spiritual formation, gratitude, and collaborative community outreach.

Brian Mavis · December 30, 2013
CrossFit church outreach
Mission & Evangelism

Missional Fitness

Frank Shirvinski shares how Chaparral Christian Church turned CrossFit into a community outreach program, connecting hundreds of athletes through fitness, meaningful relationships, practical service, and opportunities for spiritual…

Frank Shirvinski · December 29, 2013
youth leadership and church involvement
Church Leadership

A Conversation with Phyllis Fox

Phyllis Fox discusses developing young Christian leaders, supporting hurting teenagers, and helping students remain connected to local churches through mentoring, intergenerational relationships, and Milligan College's Youth in Ministry…

Jennifer Johnson · December 26, 2013
spiritual meaning of a white Christmas
Christian Living

The Color of Christmas

Daniel Schantz explores the spiritual meaning of a white Christmas through snow, Scripture, and familiar carols, revealing four themes of Christ's coming: grace, celebration, triumph, and the splendor…

Daniel Schantz · December 23, 2013
nativity scene traditions
Theology & Bible

The World in a Stable

Robert F. Hull Jr. explores the animals, visitors, and legends surrounding Christmas nativity scenes, revealing how centuries of poetry and tradition express the significance of Christ's birth for…

Robert F. Hull Jr. · December 22, 2013
Roy Weece prison ministry
Mission & Evangelism

Mondays with Roy

T.R. Robertson remembers Roy Weece's prison ministry in Missouri, sharing lessons from years of traveling together, teaching Scripture, mentoring students, and witnessing baptisms that inspired a lasting commitment…

T.R. Robertson · December 21, 2013
lessons from non-Christian friends
Christian Living

What a Bunch of Hard-core Vegan Pagans Taught Me About Jesus

Ryan Rasmussen discovers unexpected lessons about Christian living through friendships with vegan musicians. Their hospitality, listening, simplicity, community, and unconditional acceptance challenge how believers build relationships with people…

Ryan Rasmussen · December 20, 2013
incarnational Christian community
Mission & Evangelism

Incarnation

Tom Lawson shares a moving encounter on a Lexington sidewalk, where a simple greeting transforms a stranger into a friend and reveals how Christian community can affirm human…

Tom Lawson · December 19, 2013
making disciples like Jesus
Mission & Evangelism

Making Disciples

Jeremy Brown explores making disciples through three essential commitments: following Jesus, being formed in his likeness, and faithfully sharing the gospel. Phil Robertson's example illustrates the importance of…

Jeremy Brown · December 16, 2013
God was in Christ
Theology & Bible

The Father Was There

Shawn McMullen reflects on God's presence in Christ during Jesus' final week, exploring how the Father's involvement in the suffering and sacrifice of the cross deepens our understanding…

Shawn McMullen · December 16, 2013
incarnational ministry
Church & Ministry

What About the Church?

Chris Beard explores incarnational ministry through Jesus' example of personal presence and relationships. Stories from neighborhoods, schools, and community organizations show how Christians can serve others and share…

Chris Beard · December 15, 2013
wonder and delight of the incarnation
Theology & Bible

God Enfleshed

Miriam Y. Perkins explores the wonder and delight of the incarnation, explaining how God enfleshed in Jesus reveals divine love, brings salvation to the whole person, and shapes…

Miriam Y. Perkins · December 14, 2013
Jesus and the meaning of being human
Theology & Bible

Like Us, With Us

Jon Weatherly examines what it means to be human through the incarnation of Christ, exploring human weakness, sin, redemption, and how Jesus reveals and restores God's purpose for…

Jon Weatherly · December 13, 2013
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