Teaching Faith to Yawning Students
by Thom Schultz “If you just have enough information, then you’ll believe–and behave.” That seems to be the unspoken hope in the church today. Helping others love and follow Jesus…
by Thom Schultz “If you just have enough information, then you’ll believe–and behave.” That seems to be the unspoken hope in the church today. Helping others love and follow Jesus…
by Joani Schultz “People talk about bike riding when they want to remind us that some things, once learned, are not forgotten. What they don’t mention is how we learned.…
by Joani Schultz “…God has made the wisdom of this world look foolish.” (1 Corinthians 1:20) The more I understand the heart of Jesus, the more foolish I feel… Our…
by Thom Schultz People describe the Christian faith as a “personal relationship with Jesus.” But in the church, how have we gone about encouraging and developing that relationship with Christ?…
by Joani Schultz Ever seen a “smombie”? I have. And the sight scares me. Combine a smartphone with a zombie—and you get a “smombie.” Humans walking like zombies, faces down.…
by Thom Schultz The old pastor advised the new young minister: “Whatever you do, don’t form any friendships in the church.” I’ve often heard this advice in the church and…
by Joani Schultz Do you love swimming in the ocean? Or do you fear it? Maybe you’re like me. Swimming in water, I like. Swimming in technology, I fear. So…
by Thom Schultz “I don’t feel we’re being fed at this church,” Bill admitted. He’s thinking about switching to another church–where he can be “fed.” What does Bill mean? It…
by Joani Schultz It couldn’t be that simple, could it? Like a lot of people I know, I’m obsessed with healthier living. Anti-aging secrets. Quick fixes. I’m a glutton for…
by Thom Schultz “Our worship attendance has grown from 100 to 500 in just the last year.” “We have over 75 kids in the youth group.” Numbers. They’re the currency…