Brian Recker shares why he wrote Hell Bent, how fear of hell shaped his evangelical past, and what a Christianity rooted in love, not punishment, might look like today.
Lingering on the Mountaintop: Resources for Transfiguration Sunday
Transfiguration Sunday reminds us that even brief moments of clarity and beauty can sustain us for the journey ahead. Let this resource carry some of the planning, so you can hold space for yourself, for your people, and for the season to come. As Lent approaches, may you enter it not depleted, but steadied by the light you’ve already glimpsed.
Best Progressive Storybook Bibles (and How to Choose the Right One)
Choosing a storybook Bible can feel overwhelming—there are so many options, each with its own tone, theology, and style. In this guide, I share how I evaluate storybook Bibles as a pastor, parent, and member of the Illustrated Ministry team. You’ll learn what to look for, how to discern what matters most, and my top progressive, inclusive recommendations.