Apr 29, 2026
No Other Name: Why the Exclusivity of Jesus Changes Everything
It was bound to happen. You cannot stand in the most public gathering place in Jerusalem and tell thousands of people that they crucified the…
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The Pastor’s Heart
Articles from Pastor Chris Carter on grace in everyday life.
Apr 28, 2026
The God Who Weighs the Spirits: A Biblical Theology of Divine Motive-Examination
The Woman No One Was Looking For She was not a leader. She held no title, occupied no office, sat on no council. She was…
Apr 27, 2026
Forgiveness and Reconciliation as a Lifestyle
This article is Week 17 in the Grace in Everyday Relationships Series. The text came out of nowhere. A name you have not seen in…
Apr 24, 2026
Before Character, Motive: Why the Leadership Conversation Needs a Deeper Starting Point
The Sleepless Question I work for a company called ProVia, and ProVia invests heavily in leadership training—from the top down, deliberately, and with…
Apr 20, 2026
Rejoicing and Trembling: A Pastoral Word on the Bible in the Public Square
A Pastoral Reflection by Pastor Chris Carter Dear friends, I need to speak to you about something happening this week. From April 19 through April…
Apr 20, 2026
Grace and Conflict in the Church Family: How to Walk Together When It Would Be Easier to Walk Away
This article is Week 16 of the Grace in Everyday Relationships Series. Church conflict is one of those subjects we hope we’ll never have to…
Apr 20, 2026
Repent and Turn: What Peter’s Temple Sermon Demands of Us Today
This article is adapted from Sermon 8 in our forty-week expository journey through the Book of Acts. A man who had never walked a day…
Apr 15, 2026
In the Name of Jesus: Power for Healing and Witness
Have you ever stood in front of someone who was hurting and felt completely helpless? Maybe a friend was going through something painful and you…
Apr 13, 2026
Boundaries with Difficult Relatives: Honoring Family Without Losing Your Peace
This article is Week 15 in the Grace in Everyday Relationships Series. Your phone buzzes with a new family group text. Another get-together is…