“Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.” (1 Peter 4:8) Most young pastors anticipate a week of church camp as a time to connect with many students—hoping to teach broadly, influence widely, and maybe inspire a few future leaders. A preacher friend of...

Last week I spoke at The Billy Graham Training Center in Asheville, North Carolina, and learned something surprising about Billy Graham that brought me much comfort. Gigi, Billy’s daughter, greeted those who had come to “The Cove”—a scenic location in the Blue Ridge Mountains—for a three-day spiritual retreat. She said,...

Jesus was accused by his enemies as being a drunk, a deceiver, and demon possessed. Elijah was called a troubler of Israel and John the Baptist accused of having a demon. The Roman Governor Festus interrupted and shouted at the Apostle Paul, “You are out of your mind!” Over the...

You want to know if someone can lead? Don’t look at their org chart. Don’t check their quarterly numbers. Look around their dinner table....

It’s hard to be a Christian in times like these. We feel righteous anger and deep sorrow, but we must remember this is a moment for genuine followers of Christ to act like Jesus. Here are some reminders for us today:...