As the people of God — a chosen people, a royal priesthood, God’s special possession — prayer is not optional. It's not a last resort. The call to prayer is nothing less than entering into the zone of the kingdom of heaven.
The "Areopagus address" in Acts 17 is a famous example of Paul's apologetics to the gentiles. But the Apostle isn't just evangelizing — he's defending himself in court.
Where can Christians best find "good fruit" being borne today? Award-winning author and theologian Gavin Ortlund suggests: look for the work of Christ.
Deconstructing Christians are seen as doubt-filled or rebellious. But often it's the opposite: they're looking for Jesus in the church, and not finding him.
