Essays Archives

Church Life

As the church draws us in and propels us out, we’re both fulfilled and frustrated.

Wendy JagerMarch 30, 2019

After a stage IV cancer diagnosis, Janine Dekker’s life changed. Her mission field did, too.

Janine DekkerMarch 25, 2019

We can try to “do church” on our own, but Jesus offers a better way.

Shirley HeegMarch 9, 2019

Spirituality

My affliction is spiritual angst. But God’s using it to draw me to him.

Spirituality

As I navigated my father’s death and an uncertain future, my church became my family.

Kiri SundeFebruary 20, 2019

Mission

We’re a missional people, so shouldn’t our spiritual gifts be used for mission, too?

Lee MoltzahnFebruary 14, 2019

Church Life

It’s scary to leave the church you love, but sometimes that’s what God asks.

Rudy RubioFebruary 12, 2019

Spirituality

We’re so desperate for life-giving water that we settle for a mirage. But Christ offers us so much more.

Theology

It’s tempting to keep things as they are. But we’re called to follow God’s Spirit in mission.

Tim BreenFebruary 4, 2019

Church Life

An argument for less definition between sacred and secular as pastors explore multiple vocations.

Daniel TeermanFebruary 4, 2019