The school year has begun. The initial euphoria induced by the smell of new pencils will be wearing off, however, and we parents and teachers need to get ready for the question that students will inevitably ask: Why do I have to learn this stuff?! If we want to avoid mutiny, we need to have
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The Sabbath Is a Taste of What’s to Come
In Soul Rest, Curtis Zackery reveals how our misaligned view of rest has its roots in an identity that is out of rhythm with God. This thoughtful reflection on rest calls us to the intentional work of self-examination, helping us move towards a purposeful and sustainable life with Jesus. In this excerpt, Zackery shows us
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Preparing Your Heart and Mind for Seminary
Danny Zacharias and Ben Forrest wrote Surviving and Thriving in Seminary to equip students with the skills to succeed—spiritually, relationally, and academically—while attending seminary. In this excerpt, they speak directly to new and prospective seminary students about the challenges they may face when they arrive on campus. Like many seminary students, you may have grown
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The Apostles’ Creed for a New Generation
Today’s guest post was written by James A. De Jong, retired president of Calvin Theological Seminary. He is widely published in the history of Reformed theology and history of missions. He has taught on the undergraduate and graduate levels and has lectured globally. Ben Myers’ new book The Apostles’ Creed: A Guide to the Ancient Catechism is
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Making a Difference When You’re Not the Leader
Jesus’ call is simple and clear: “Follow.” As fond as we are of declaring that “all Christians are leaders,” the core of our journey of faith is one of following. We are children of the Father, servants of the Master, sheep of the Shepherd. The challenge is that most of modern society, and even contemporary
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My Life is His Story
Born without arms, Daniel Ritchie faced a unique kind of adversity. Yet after he surrendered his life to Christ, he learned that only in Christ could true worth and purpose be found—freeing him from comparisons and restrictions. He was able to live a full life that seemed impossible. Enter into Daniel’s story in his new
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