We are stewards of everything God has put into our hands, and one day we will have to give an account of how we handled the resources at our disposal. We often consider this truth in relation to money, possessions, and time. But what about our skills? What about our innate passions? What about the…
I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to write more than three dozen books. Writing is hard work. It can be complicated, tedious, and time consuming. It’s not for everyone. On the other hand, everyone has a message worth sharing. That message consists of the distilled wisdom you have accumulated throughout your life. It might be…
God is moving among Gen Z. There appears to be a groundswell of young people seeking answers to life, and many are turning to religion. The number of young people purchasing Bibles has surged. Young men in particular are returning to church or are attending for the first time. Large worship gatherings of college students…
We are often unaware of the gold mines all around us. They belong to us, but we walk right past them each day. If we are unaware of their existence or make no effort to obtain the treasure they hold, then they are of no value to us. These mines possess deposits that are far…
God always follows certain kingdom principles in his work. You can count on it. If you want to experience maximum success in God’s kingdom, you must discern what those principles are and then sync your life with them. In Matthew 13:24-30, Jesus tells a story of a farmer who planted his field and was anticipating…
The world has been captivated by Charlie Kirk’s death. Roughly 100,000 people attended his funeral, and millions more watched the service online. Whether you agreed with his views or not, his life has clearly had an enormous impact on the world. In many ways, his influence has been even greater from the grave than it…
This year, 2025, marks the 20th anniversary of Blackaby Ministries International. Only heaven knows the numerous ways God has used this ministry to impact eternity. I fondly recall sitting in a board meeting with my parents and a handful of others as we sought God’s will for this organization. My dad had been “retired” for…
When I speak at conferences, young people often approach me after my sessions to tell me that they sense God is calling them into Christian ministry and to ask for advice. Speaking to young people who are zealous in their walk with the Lord is a great joy! Because I have those conversations so frequently,…
I have been a leader for a long time. Through the years, I have faced a wide array of challenges. In high school, I was the captain of my soccer team. One game, we played a rival high school that featured a towering brute as team captain. He played defense. He was loud, obnoxious, and…
I had the unfortunate experience of calling a customer service line this morning. It didn’t go well. The person started off pleasant, cheerful, and accommodating. She seemed almost eager to assist me. Then I asked for help, and things became awkward. She had particular difficulty pronouncing my last name. I admit, it involves three syllables….