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David Faust reflects on why certain Bible verses become memorable, meaningful, and beloved by Christians. In this first installment, he highlights favorite passages from the Hebrew Scriptures and points readers toward the breadth, order, and inspiration of God’s Word.
Favorite Bible verses often reveal wha...This second part of the Vital Signs: 2025 Annual Statistical Report looks at lead ministers’ confidence in retirement preparedness, the current state of multisite ministry, and what churches reported about giving, spending, and mission investment. It also su...
This Communion meditation reflects on the difference between extending life and giving eternal life. While human courage can be heroic and deeply meaningful, only Christ saves from sin and death. At the Lord’s Table, believers remember the gift of eternal life purchased through Jesus’ body and blood.
Nurses and heroes...Eric Schansberg reflects on acting, identity, hypocrisy, and the spiritual disciplines. Through examples from Jessie Buckley, Jim Carrey, Heath Ledger, and C.S. Lewis, he considers when “pretending” can deform a person—and when it can help cultivate Christlike character.
Acting can shape identity in both har...Whether you serve in a growing congregation or a difficult field, God is the one who produces the results. This encouragement reframes ministry success around faithfulness, not applause or numbers. Wherever you serve, you are participating in a kingdom that spans generations, cult...