In a culture that idealizes romance, it’s easy for people who do not experience sexual attraction to feel as though something is wrong with them. That is the experience of one young woman who wrote to John Piper’s "Ask Pastor John" podcast.

The Wisconsin legislature overwhelmingly passed a resolution to recognize the week of Thanksgiving as National Bible Week. They also decided to call the evergreen on display at the capitol over the holiday season a "Christmas tree."

"The world is facing volcanic forces," says Leonard Sweet. In a "deeply schizophrenic" culture that makes everything an idol, Len believes Christians can and must rise to the challenge to go beyond merely making a stand for what is right.

We all have limited energy and our family deserves the best “us” we can offer in the midst of work and life in general. Part of that means protecting ourselves from toxic people.

How do we effectively reach and disciple the most people with limited resources? I would put multisite in the category of air conditioning, sound amplification and video projectors; each addresses a specific challenge in ministering to a larger congregation in a modern context.

As a leader you must certainly project optimism. But when you cross the line into hyperbole, your leadership is facing significant risks.

Evaluation is important; it’s the way to growth.

It’s your first day of your new job as Communications Director. You sit down at your desk ready to share Jesus with the world...