Breakfast with Bonhoeffer
Breakfast with Bonhoeffer tells the story of how I struggled with faith as my entire life seemed to crumble around me. I was laid off three times, diagnosed with bipolar II disorder, divorced by my wife, which...
Category: Jon’s Blog
Kids See Sex on TV, Not the Web
WASHINGTON (BP)–A new study has a bit of good news and lots of bad news for parents worried that their children are being exposed to sex online. The good news? Most kids say they aren’t exposed to...
God Is Strong; He Wants you Strong
Then Jesus said to him, “Get up! Pick up your mat and walk.” At once the man was cured; he picked up his mat and walked. John 5:8–9 (NIV) For thirty-eight years the man was paralyzed in...
Poll: Churchgoers Struggle in Sharing Their Faith
By Jon D. Wilke NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP) — When it comes to discipleship, those who regularly attend church struggle with sharing Christ with non-Christians, according to recent study of church going American Protestants. The study conducted by...
10 Reasons We Have Not Reached the Unchurched
By Thom Rainer I am often amused when I hear myself identified as an expert in any area. If I am a perceived expert, it is because I have had the wonderful opportunity to listen to thousands...
Honesty May Boost Health, Study Finds
People who tell fewer lies experience improved health, such as less stress and fewer headaches, according to research presented recently at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association. “Recent evidence indicates that Americans average about 11...
5 Twitter Tips for Pastors
By Whitney Jones Whether pastors use Twitter to teach, preach or reach out to fellow pastors or Christian organizations, tweeting can prove helpful for their ministry. Here are some tips for pastors ready to venture into the...
Four Ways a Pastor Can Show Love
Guest Post by Rick Warren Pastor, you set the tone and atmosphere in your congregation. If you want to know the warmth of your church, put the thermometer in your own mouth. I’ve visited some churches where...
An A-to-Z Guide to a Purpose Driven Life
By Tobin Perry You Were Planned for God’s Pleasure Ask God to help you find purpose. You’ll never find purpose until you’ve made the most important decision imaginable: make God the CEO of your life. Breath Prayers....
3 Questions Every Teacher Should Ask When Studying
By Trevin Wax There has been a lot of talk in recent years about making the Gospel announcement of Jesus Christ front and center in our preaching and teaching. As our society becomes increasingly post-Christian, it is...