A challenging reflection on mental, spiritual, and cultural health in a distracted world. Comparing physical fitness to the condition of the modern mind, this piece urges believers to guard what they consume mentally, engage deeply with Scripture, pursue meaningful conversations, and intentionally shape their thoughts around truth, wisdom, and spiritual growth.

A thoughtful reflection on faith, theology, and the importance of doing the deeper work of belief. Using algebra as a metaphor, this piece challenges Christians to move beyond easy answers and build a strong theological foundation before life’s storms arrive.

A thoughtful reflection on ministry, perseverance, and the hard work of cultivating spiritual growth. Using stories of farmers and gardening, this piece compares the work of pastors to tending a field, emphasizing faithfulness, discipline, and the daily commitment required to nurture people, plant seeds of faith, and trust God for the harvest.

A timely reflection on political division, faith, and responsibility in moments of national crisis. Through personal stories, biblical examples, and questions of trust and faithfulness, this piece challenges believers to consider not only whether they can trust God in difficult times, but whether God can trust His people to respond with courage, integrity, and faithfulness.

A challenging reflection on church leadership, cultural change, and the mission of modern Christianity. Addressing debates over titles and church roles, this piece argues that the church must move beyond internal conflicts and rediscover its identity as a community of missionaries called to bring the gospel into everyday life and local communities.

A powerful tribute to a strong Southern mother whose courage, faith, and resilience shaped generations. Through heartfelt stories and humor, this reflection explores family, strength, leadership, and the lasting impact of a woman who taught her son to stand firm, work hard, and fight for what matters.

A heartfelt reflection on mentorship, maturity, and the church’s role in shaping healthy adults and spiritual families. Through personal stories and biblical examples, this piece explores how wisdom, character, and grace are passed down through intentional relationships, reminding believers that some of life’s most important lessons are learned through mentorship and shared experience.

A practical and thought-provoking reflection on spiritual formation, mental discipline, and the importance of “spiritual nutrition” in a distracted world. Using lessons from fitness and personal training, this piece challenges believers to be intentional about what they consume mentally and spiritually, emphasizing that transformation begins with renewing the mind through Scripture, prayer, and wise influences.

A vulnerable reflection on forgiveness, identity, and the struggle to truly believe what Jesus says about us. Through personal pain and honest faith, this piece explores how believers wrestle with insecurity, regret, and doubt while learning to rest in Christ’s love, forgiveness, and truth even in moments of unbelief.

A reflective meditation on aging, surrender, and the lifelong process of “dying to self” as a follower of Christ. Through personal stories, the journey of the disciples, and the hope of Easter, this piece explores how faith is formed through small acts of surrender that teach believers to trust that true life is found on the other side of death.

A thought-provoking reflection on faith, courage, and embracing difficult assignments through the story of Caleb in Joshua 14. This piece challenges believers to stop searching for the easiest path and instead become people God can trust in hard moments, difficult callings, and Kingdom work that requires courage, discipline, and perseverance.

A thought-provoking reflection on faith, courage, and embracing difficult assignments through the story of Caleb in Joshua 14. This piece challenges believers to stop searching for the easiest path and instead become people God can trust in hard moments, difficult callings, and Kingdom work that requires courage, discipline, and perseverance.

A compelling reflection on teamwork, purpose, and the role every believer plays in the church. Using lessons from sports and team dynamics, this piece explores how churches thrive when people show up, understand their role, support one another, and work together toward a shared mission as “Team Jesus.”

Mike Glenn argues that many pastors focus inward—learning church systems but neglecting the actual community around them. Instead of trying to reach “everyone,” churches should think like missionaries by identifying a specific people group and engaging their local neighborhood intentionally. Real impact starts by knowing exactly who you’re called to reach and serving them well.

Mike Glenn explains that church leadership isn’t about control, but service—Jesus is the true leader, and pastors are meant to equip others, not do everything themselves. When pastors carry all the work, they burn out and prevent the congregation from growing in their own faith. The solution is simpler than we make it: focus on discipleship, empower people to use their gifts, and keep the church centered on worship, mission, and multiplying leaders.

Mike Glenn emphasizes that every church is unique, with its own history, identity, and purpose—so a one-size-fits-all growth strategy doesn’t work. Instead, pastors should help their church discover its specific “yes” and focus on what it’s called to do well, while letting go of everything else. When churches embrace their distinct role, they can better serve their communities without competing with others.

Mike Glenn reflects on how the idea of “sanctuary” has shifted—from a physical safe place to something much harder to find in today’s hyper-connected, mistrust-filled world. With privacy eroding and authenticity fading, people are longing for somewhere they can truly be known and safe. His challenge is simple but powerful: Christians themselves are meant to be that sanctuary—creating spaces where others are protected, heard, and loved with honesty and grace.