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Conflict Series Lesson Five: Owning Conflict
True spiritual leadership begins with humility and repentance. This article unpacks seven powerful marks of genuine confession that every church leader should know—drawn from Scripture and Ken Sande’s Peacemaker. Learn how to lead through repentance, restore unity, and reflect the gospel in all your relationships.
Conflict Series Lesson Four: Engaging Conflict
How do you know when to let something go and when God is calling you to speak up? See how confrontation can actually be an act of love when done with humility and grace.
Conflict Series Lesson Three: Managing Conflict
Every church experiences conflict—but not every church handles it well. In this article, Steve Childers shares biblical wisdom for navigating conflict in a way that strengthens your leadership and reflects the love of Christ. Learn how to respond to criticism, recognize unhealthy antagonism, and let the gospel reshape your heart and your relationships.
Conflict Series Lesson Two: Redeeming Conflict
What if your next conflict is actually an invitation from God? Discover how conflict can become a path to glorify God, love others, and grow spiritually.
Conflict Series Lesson One: Ministry Conflict
Ministry conflict isn’t a matter of if but when. The good news is that you don’t have to be caught off guard or alone. Learn how to navigate conflict in a way that protects your people, your heart, and your mission.
Discipleship Series Lesson Six: Design for Discipleship
Most churches want to make mature disciples—but without a clear, intentional plan, that goal often falls short. Discover how to build an intentional, effective discipleship plan rooted in biblical principles.
Discipleship Series Lesson Five: Pathways in Discipleship
Learn how Jesus made disciples—and why his method still transforms lives today. Discover how Jesus used smaller groups and deeper commitments to change the world.
Discipleship Series Lesson Four: Goals in Discipleship
Warning: Someone can be a visionary leader, outstanding preacher, brilliant Bible scholar, and missionary martyr but still not be a mature disciple. What does a mature disciple of Jesus Christ really look like? You might be surprised.
Discipleship Series Lesson Three: Principles of Discipleship
Discover biblical principles for discipleship that move beyond a one-size-fits-all approach. Explore practical wisdom on grace-driven obedience, personalized mentoring, and holistic growth to help your church cultivate devoted followers of Christ.
Discipleship Series Lesson Two: The Master’s Method of Discipleship
When Jesus’ plan is reflected on, it’s so different from the modern church that its implications are nothing less than revolutionary. Learn how to be more effective in making disciples by taking a closer look at the Master's method.
Vision for the Gospel of God: Vision Series, Part 5
The Three Tenses of Salvation: A Gospel-Centered Vision. The gospel isn’t just the way in—it’s the way forward. Learn how salvation works in past, present, and future.
Vision for the Church of God: Vision Series, Part 4
Why the Church is the Hope of the World: The Church isn’t just a place of worship—it’s a kingdom outpost. Learn how believers can bring light to every sphere of life.
Vision for the Kingdom of God: Vision Series, Part 3
Why the Coming Kingdom of God is Our Only True Hope: Governments, education, and healthcare can improve life—but they can’t fix the world’s deepest problems. Only God’s kingdom can. Here’s why.
Vision for the Glory of God: Vision Series, Part 2
God delights in blessing those who dare to align their life purpose more with his. What is God’s highest purpose for the world—and for your life? Jesus reveals it in the Sermon on the Mount. Click here to discover more!
What in the World is God Doing?: Vision Series, Part 1
Did you ever wonder why you want your life to count for something significant? You are designed by God in his image to make a difference in the world. Learn how!
Introduction to the Gospel of God
It's hard to believe that, after two thousand years, the Christian church is still debating, “What is the gospel?”. Read John Frame’s introduction to the new Applied Theology series book, "The Gospel of God: Good News about Who God is and What God Does."
Good News About God’s Mission: The Gospel of God, Chapter 1
The Gospel is not just a set of beliefs, but an unfolding story meant to shape your entire life. God's salvation in Christ reaches beyond the redemption of souls to the renewal of all creation. Explore this in the new series, The Gospel of God, by Steve Childers and John Frame.
Good News About God’s Kingdom: The Gospel of God, Chapter 2
Discover how the good news about God’s kingdom can give you a deep sense of purpose in both your private and public life. Explore how God’s kingdom has come, is coming, and will come in the series The Gospel of God: Good News You Can Use, by Steve Childers and John Frame.
Good News About God’s King: The Gospel of God, Chapter 3
Do you know the highest blessing of the gospel? [Hint: It's not forgiveness.] Explore God’s amazing promises of forgiveness, a new heart, and a renewed world for all who believe. Then learn the highest blessing in this new series by Drs. John Frame and Steve Childers.
Good News of a New Standing, Forgiveness: The Gospel of God, Chapter 4
Explore the life-changing good news that you are not only a pardoned criminal, but also an accepted and beloved child of God in the new series The Gospel of God: Good News You Can Use, by Steve Childers and John Frame.