"For God loved the world in this way: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16, CSB) Recently when a number of college students were asked to share the gospel, they struggled to do so. These students are leaders of … [Read More...]
4 Reasons to Take a Break and Give Thanks in Ministry
For some ministry leaders, summer is a season of rest and recovery from a crazy year, as well as a time of envisioning what could be in the year to come. Though there are still … [Read More...]
Do You Do Summer on Purpose?
I absolutely love summer! Beaches, ice cream, long days, fireworks, vacations, and hot temperatures all point towards a relaxing couple of months. Summer, in my opinion, is the … [Read More...]
5 Signs You Are Seeking Your Own Glory and Not God’s
“Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted” (Matthew 23:12). Our college ministry staff has been reading the classic Campus Crusade book “Principles God Honors” by Jim Sylvester. In the book, his first principle is: God honors Himself, not men. Sylvester … [Read More...]
What are College Students and College Ministry Leaders REALLY Most Interested In?
I don’t know about you, but it seems like I’m in lots of meetings and conversations that try to evaluate and get to the bottom of what young adults, college students, and college ministry leaders are really thinking about, struggling with, and where they are wanting to see change. Sometimes, we are … [Read More...]
Change Is Coming
CHANGE. The word either stirs deep excitement for new adventures and journeys ahead or strikes fear within the very depths of all that is known and comfortable. Regardless…change happens. Change is inevitable for us at different seasons of our lives. Change is part of the journey in following … [Read More...]
The Difficult Application of Matthew 6:33
“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you” (Matthew 6:33). I remember the first time I heard Matthew 6:33. I was in a tiny mountain church in East Tennessee, and the 7-person choir was singing an old hymn. “…Seek ye first the kingdom … [Read More...]
2 Key Ways to Cultivate Spiritual Growth
Over spring break this year, I planted three pots of flowers. I bought seeds and dirt at Lowe’s and carefully followed the instructions on the seed packets about how deep to plant them and how to arrange the potting soil. I should probably say here that I am no gardener. In fact, it’s a good thing … [Read More...]
How Does Jesus Respond to Your Doubt?
Now that same day two of them were on their way to a village called Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem. Together they were discussing everything that had taken place. And while they were discussing and arguing, Jesus himself came near and began to walk along with them. But they were … [Read More...]