Discipleship Frontpage Article Signs of Christian Maturity Some of the most important questions that arise in a Christian’s mind will (and should) have to do with spiritual maturity. Am I growing? How am I growing? Is “maturity” evident in my life? Have I been consistently (even if slowly) become more like Jesus? The Bible repeatedly teaches that Christians are supposed to be […] Written by Costi Hinn February 24, 2020October 13, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Discipleship Frontpage Article 6 Ways to Stifle Your Small Group Small groups can be an incredible blessing, but they are not fail-proof. At times, churches “sell” small group involvement as the secret sauce to a thriving spiritual life; overflowing with friendships and community that fills hearts and saves marriages! Don’t get me wrong. I love small groups. For six years I had the privilege of […] Written by Costi Hinn December 19, 2019October 13, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Discipleship Frontpage Article Discipleship Is… What does discipleship look like? As hard as it may be, every Christian needs to take an ongoing look in the mirror and ask: have I ever “made” a disciple? The Great Commission is not a mere suggestion so if Jesus commanded it, we ought to be busy doing it (Matt. 28:16-20). If you’re not sure […] Written by Costi Hinn April 16, 2019October 15, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Discipleship Frontpage Article Parenting Student Ministry Ten Theological Topics for Parents of Modern Teens I get dozens of emails each month from parents whose teens are leaving the church or being swept away by a false version of Jesus and the gospel. Most of these parents seem to be well-intentioned believers who are baffled at the outcome of their teenager’s faith. In many cases, their teen was a standout […] Written by Costi Hinn January 9, 2019December 16, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Discipleship Frontpage Article Prayer Deep Worship or Shallow Ritual? Throughout the prophetic books in the Old Testament, we see a pattern in which Israel continuously disobeys the commands God has given to them, is threatened with divine judgment, then repents and cycles into the same pattern again and again. God then uses His prophets to warn His people, and makes promises of future restoration […] Written by Costi Hinn January 4, 2019October 15, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Church Growth Discipleship Frontpage Article Leadership Pastoral Ministry Chasing a Title or Carrying a Towel? When it comes to leadership, how do you measure greatness? The mother of James and John thought it was having the best seats in Christ’s Kingdom (Matthew 20:20-21). There are those today who would certainly say that executive titles, church size, book deals, Twitter followers, podcast rankings, and global influence are sure signs of high […] Written by Costi Hinn May 31, 2018November 23, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Church Membership Discipleship Evangelism Frontpage Article 5 Things Only the Local Church Can Do There is nothing on earth like the local Christian church. Hundreds of conferences offer life-changing experiences for several days but can’t come close to the life-long impact of a local church. Evangelistic crusades may draw tens of thousands to hear the gospel, but the crusade team can’t possibly facilitate the spiritual growth of those converts […] Written by Costi Hinn April 15, 2018November 21, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Discipleship Pastoral Ministry 8 Ways to Disciple Aspiring Pastors Knowing God’s word on pastoral qualifications (1 Timothy 3:1-7; Titus 1:5-7) is essential for aspiring pastors. Equally important to knowing the qualifications for pastoral ministry, is the practical application of those qualifications. Most seminarians understand that aspiring pastors have a long way to go, but they are usually desperate to be discipled in practical ways […] Written by Costi Hinn April 8, 2018November 8, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
5 Ways to Frustrate Your Children Christian parents need a steady stream of wise counsel. How we obtain that counsel, and whether or not we submit to it, is the difference between a home that is growing with chaotic rebellion (even if we deny it), and a home that is growing with consistent righteousness. No one is near perfect when it […] Written by Costi Hinn January 14, 2021January 14, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Social Justice & Marxism for Everyday People If you’ve interacted with social media at all this past year, you’ve more than likely seen the back-and-forth debates about social justice. In the midst of Twitter manifestos and keyboard wars, terms like “Marxism,” “Socialism,” and “Woke” are thrown around, and threads fill with $10 words that so few people actually understand. Many are forced […] Written by Anthony Wood January 7, 2021January 7, 2021 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Why Your Church Should Practice Church Discipline One of the more-frequently misapplied passages of Scripture is Matthew 18:20, where the Lord Jesus is recorded as saying: “For where two or three have gathered in My name, I am there in their midst.” Whether this verse is thrown around at a men’s prayer breakfast, a church potluck, or a small group conversation in […] Written by Jesse Randolph December 31, 2020December 31, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
3 Ways to Test “Positive” This Christmas Written by Costi Hinn December 21, 2020December 21, 2020 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked