God’s Hate Isn’t What You Think
God’s hate invites us to a quiet paradox—a love that refuses to let go of what it was made to protect. In the stillness of that tension, we find a holy heartbreak woven through the fabric of relationship.
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What is a Convictional Christian?
Short Answer: People who organize and live their lives within a Biblical worldview. Longer Answer: Definition and Significance Imagine Convictional Christianity as a lighthouse, steadfast and unmovable, guiding ships through…
Pros & Cons of The Nashville Statement
Guest blogger Preston Sprinkle examines the pros and cons of the Nashville Statement, a prominent evangelical declaration on sexuality and gender. While affirming its commitment to historic Christian teaching on marriage, Sprinkle critiques the statement’s impersonal tone, outdated language, and lack of relational grace—arguing that such documents often fail to address the real, relational reasons LGBT+ people feel isolated or rejected by the church, and calling for a more compassionate, conversation-driven approach.
Why we need to think like a convictional minority
Our home is not here. We need to view ourselves as people with a mandate to fulfill purpose just as our culture stands as a mission field. I hold the…
5 Things Mission-Minded Jesus People Should STAHP Saying
I know, I know… we’ve all read this article before. There are several blogs out there similarly named. This is just my completely unnecessary opinion based on my personal experience,…
Sacred Pathways Assessment – Excel Format
Download the Assessment For those who have read Dr. Gary Thomas’s book, Sacred Pathways, you may recall the insightful assessment featured at the end. I’ve taken the initiative to recreate…
Cultural Intelligence
In an age of cultural fragmentation, Bock reminds us that 'people are not the enemy—they are the goal.' His approach encourages believers to engage with empathy, clarity, and a deep understanding of Scripture, fostering meaningful conversations in a pluralistic world.
What Kind of God Would Bless a Snake?
If God can redeem a lineage marred by deceit and moral failure, what parts of your own story are you withholding from His transforming grace?
List of Great Quotes on Humility
"Humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less." — C.S. Lewis
Legalism vs. Gospel Religion
Legalism draws attention to us, but gospel religion draws attention to Jesus Christ. Legalism gives us glory, but gospel religion gives God glory. Legalism is rooted in self-worship, but gospel religion is rooted in the worship of God.