As the stewardship pastor, I get the privilege of an up-close view of the generosity of God’s people and...
Sometimes there is nothing more powerful than a memory. While negative memories can bring pain, positive memories take us...
One of the most naturally intimidating things for us to do, or imagine doing, is to visit with a...
When I began serving as a pastor in full-time vocational ministry, the studies were showing that the average stint...
After soaking up some sun, savoring the laughter, and tasting the goodness of delicious food, I was packing up...
This is not about doing. This is not about checklists. This is not a pastor at your church saying...
I just got the news that I have moved from the “have nots” to the “haves.” Prior to last...
My intense pursuit of God began in the midst of a pity party. I was twenty-five. I remember where...
I read an article recently that used an amazing analogy. The author described the need for evangelicals to tell...
As a child, one unshakable tradition of the Weaver household was the family meal. At least once every day,...
Do you ever wonder why more people from diverse socioeconomic, political, and racial groups don’t attend our church?
If you have ever run a race—you know, one of those big ones where there are announcers, music, starting...
Do you ever feel like you are just trying to make it through your day? You get to the...
On Sundays, most Christians take some time to focus on God and learn from the Bible with others.
And we know the rest of the story. In Genesis chapter three, Adam and Eve chose to believe Satan...
Every year, the Christmas Spirit goes on sale in the form of cookies, trees, ornaments, fine wine, gifts, wrappings,...
I’m leading a Bible study on “Trusting God.” As I was feverishly studying and preparing my notes to wow my...
The year was 2012. I had been on staff with SBC for 10 years and had worked exclusively in...
Recently, my wife and I were in Virginia for vacation. We both love American history and decided to make...
We’re experiencing turbulent times in our nation and world, and it’s natural to wonder what God is up to....
Pick any trending topic in our world today and it seems that hate and anger are tied to it,...