Do You Have Good Soil?

Do You Have Good Soil?

Have you ever been evangelizing and had someone completely reject what you were saying, and then the next person you speak with be completely receptive? Why does this happen? Why are some people ready to hear the gospel and others not?  Jesus explores this in his...
Practices That Transform Lives

Practices That Transform Lives

What is the goal of discipleship? Some may say that it is to help others become more like Christ. Others might add that the goal is multiplication. But what does the Bible teach? According to what we see in the Apostle Paul’s letters, discipleship involves...
Unexpected Evangelistic Opportunities

Unexpected Evangelistic Opportunities

Several years ago, I sat in the locker room after my swim. I heard these words in my mind, “Ask the young front staff, how I could pray for them.”  A few moments later, another word came, “Pray for the person who gives you eye contact and smiles.” I stood up...
More Than Enough

More Than Enough

Jared never missed a Sunday. That had to count for something, right? He sat in his usual spot—third row from the back, far enough to blend in, close enough to not seem like he was avoiding the message. He sang when everyone sang, bowed his head when everyone prayed,...
Be an Agent of Change

Be an Agent of Change

There is a great need for change in our world today. There is brokenness, conflict, pain, and hurt all around us. Jesus is our only hope. Through Him, we are able to bring about real and lasting change. But are we willing to count the cost? In Luke 13:18-21, Jesus...