Discipleship
How to Merge Two Church Cultures
By Dave Russell | 9Marks Journal: Church Mergers and Plants | 06.20.2017In a church merger, you must understand the two existing cultures and lead them to become one. Here are five ways to do that.
Book Review: How Does Sanctification Work? by David Powlison
Review by Mike Christ | 06.16.2017We search in vain for a tidy system of sanctification, yet on every page of this short book we witness the process unfold.
Book Review: Sinai and the Saints, by James M. Todd III
By Paul Alexander | 06.08.2017Do Old Testament laws apply to modern Christians? This book seeks to answer that question.
Book Review: 12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You, by Tony Reinke
Review by Tim Chiang | 05.22.2017Christians have the opportunity to innovate and speak about technology in such a way that points to a greater Creator, and a true Savior.
A New Resource to Teach People about the Church
Review by Vergil Brown | 05.17.2017These resources will give both church leaders and church members a clear and compelling vision of their role in God’s work.
Book Review: The Heart, Character, and Life of the Church, by Joe Thorn
Review by Zach Schlegel | 05.10.2017If you’re looking for an accessible, Reformed Baptist introduction on the doctrine of the church, this is a resource I’m happy to recommend.
Mailbag #61: Does God Want Some Churches to Die; A Question about a Non-Intimate Marriage
By Jonathan Leeman | 05.05.2017— Does God want some churches to die, regardless of how faithful the leaders are? — How would you counsel a couple where the husband views pornography because the wife has no interest in sexual relations, but is still upset by his actions?
Episode 12: On Small Groups
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 05.02.2017These days, small groups are quite common. But are they enough for community and accountability? What’s the best way to do small groups such that they don’t interfere with the regular Sunday gathering?
No More Mr. Nice: Pastoral Reflections on Kindness
By Aaron Menikoff | 04.28.2017Kindness may be one of the most overlooked pieces of the fruit of the Spirit. But it shouldn’t be, for it takes us to the very heart of the gospel.
Episode 11: On Being “Called” to Ministry
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 04.25.2017Jonathan asked Mark about common misconceptions of pastoral calling, how pastors can cultivate an environment where callings get tested, and the role of the church throughout.
You Can’t Love Missions without Loving the Local Church
By Caleb Greggsen | 04.19.2017Service in global missions and service to the local church aren’t opposed to each other—or at least they shouldn’t be.
Episode 10: Should A Church Reflect Its Surrounding Community?
By J. Leeman, M. Dever | 04.18.2017Does your congregation look like the people who live around it? If not, does it matter? How important is it that a church reflects its surrounding community?
Pastors, Spend Time with Non-Pastors
By Garrett Kell | 04.13.2017Pastors, we must use some of our best time, energy, and resources training up plumbers, lawyers, teachers, and bankers.
Pursuing Contentment through Your Ordinary Local Church
By Erik Raymond | 04.06.2017Your church has a primary role in your personal pursuit of contentment. Does this surprise you?
7 Dos and Don’ts of Discipling Singles
By Whitney Woollard | 9Marks Journal: Pastoring Singles | 03.22.2017Here are seven simple things we can do—and not do!—so singles in our midst know we love them and respect them as fellow image-bearers of God.
