Sharing the Gospel with Our Muslim Friends We were one of the few Muslim families in the suburban Detroit community I grew up in, a community that has since diversified …
Living and Dying Well
A Story of God’s Healing Hand I had just finished preaching a sermon about what to do when our health fails. After the service, as I walked across the parking lot, …
The Stories We Tell
Everyone’s Got Something to Share What is the best story your mom or dad ever told you about their life? As a dad, I love to tell stories about how …
Designed For A Team
Building intentional community is integral to growing our faith Taking time to connect with people can have a profound impact on us. Whether it’s a deep conversation with someone, watching …
Nine Ways Men Need To Support Their Pastor
How to bless your spiritual leaders and yourself in the process After two decades of pastoral ministry I feel I may have some helpful perspective for those non-pastor-types who are …
Wounded by the Church
Four common ways people are hurt by the Church and how to find reconciliation Wounded by the church? Pain inflicted by the bride of Christ? Suffering coming from the people …
Chosen
Jesus’ team isn’t made up of all-stars. Instead, He chose me, and you too. I’ve never been good at team sports, especially if they involve a ball—catching one, kicking one, …
Sports and the Single Life
Athletics can teach us a lot about living out our faith We can learn a lot from watching sports. Consider the FIFA World Cup. One of the world’s most watched …
Christ First, Game Second
Pro coach Tony Dungy sees everything through the lens of Jesus Christ Tony Dungy is one of the most celebrated figures in pro-football history. Starting his National Football League playing …
The Jesus Issue
It’s not about conversion – it’s about connection Studies will tell you that the majority of Canadians believe in God. The problem is that too many people believe that all …