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I’m a “church leader” who doesn’t really go to church
I love the church. It's harder to love specific congregations.
by Adam J. Copeland
I told her she was upsetting people with her message of accusation and fear. She responded by telling someone nearby that they were going to hell.
by Lisa G. Fischbeck
It's no surprise that Nicodemus goes home befuddled. If discipleship doesn't come with some confusion, it probably isn't Jesus you're following.
by Frank G. Honeycutt
Our guests know that resurrection defies logic. That is why they come sidling through our doors—every one of them comes hoping for it.
by Matt Fitzgerald
We like to think of our congregations as families. That's a powerful thing—but it can also be exclusive and off-putting.
by John Buchanan