A catalyst is one that sparks something. The catalyst speaks from experience and enables others to move forward more freely. These articles are written to act as a catalyst in your life.
Effective leadership in the church starts with wise and spiritually grounded elders. These individuals play a crucial role in shepherding the congregation and ensuring the church stays focused on its mission while grounded in the Bible. I’ve been blessed in my ministry to have fantastic men surround me in this capacity! In my experience, there…
Evangelism is not a program, a ministry, or an optional add-on to our Christian walk. It’s not reserved for the extroverts, the theologians, or the church staff. Evangelism is an integral part of discipleship—it’s the outflow of a life transformed by Jesus. When we understand this, evangelism moves from being something we “do” to being…
Millennials, the generation that traded hard work for avocado toast and a subscription to Netflix. Don’t forget Gen Z. They’re glued to their phones, TikToking their lives away, incapable of holding a meaningful conversation unless emojis are involved. And now, we have Gen Alpha — the kids so tech-savvy they’ll probably code their homework into…
The institutional church is standing at the crossroads of tradition and transformation. Cultural shifts, technological advances, and evolving societal values are shaking the foundation of how churches operate. If church leaders fail to adapt, the disruption may leave them irrelevant. Before we get all freaked out, listen carefully. I’m NOT saying the gospel becomes irrelevant….
Jesus does not want to be first in your life. That might sound shocking, but it’s the truth. Jesus doesn’t ask for first place—He demands the only place. Why? Because He’s not interested in being a slice of your life’s pie chart. He’s not satisfied with being another line item on your endless to-do list. He’s not…
The need for evangelism in churches has never been greater. People are desperate for hope, searching for meaning, and drowning in the chaos of life. The church has the answer: Jesus. Yet, too often, we fumble the ball when it comes to the most crucial part—inviting people into the life-changing power of the Gospel. Too…
The life you’re living, the relationships you’re building, and the people you’re surrounded by are not random. They’re a mirror. Not of who you wish you were, but of who you actually are. Some of us need to read that again. Here’s another way to say it. You don’t attract the people or circumstances you dream about;…
As the year winds down, it’s natural to reflect on the 12 months that are now in the rearview mirror. For some of us, it feels like we just blinked and suddenly December is over! For others, this year might have felt like climbing a steep hill—slow and challenging. Wherever you land on that spectrum,…
As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, I find myself overflowing with gratitude for each of you. This past year, we’ve seen God’s hand moving powerfully in and through our church family. Together, we’ve lived out our mission to help busy families experience the grace of Jesus, and we’ve done so in ways that truly…
Are you tired? Overwhelmed? Running on fumes? Let me be brutally honest with you—it’s probably your own fault. We (and yes I place myself in this category as well) tend to cram our lives full of stuff—appointments, errands, commitments, notifications, endless scrolling—and then wonder why we feel suffocated. The truth is, you’ve built a life…
