Radical Transformation in Jesus

Throughout the Bible, we see radical transformation stories of ordinary individuals who played pivotal roles in God’s plan for humanity. These transformations not only impacted their own lives but also influenced countless others who came to faith...

Practice Hospitality: Becoming a Person of Welcome

Why We Must Practice Hospitality in a Broken...

Ask Better Questions to Expand Your World

Why You Must Ask Better Questions in Life EXPANDING—OR SHRINKING—YOUR WORLD The dimensions of your life expand or shrink in proportion to the questions you ask. I remember the first time I asked two...

Pastor as Gardener: A Biblical Model for Ministry

Pastor as Gardener in Biblical Ministry The story of the early church—Mary, Thomas, Peter, and so many more—is a story of lives transformed through Jesus and then becoming more like Jesus in thought, word,...
Birthing your Sermon

Birthing your Sermon

Rock Stars My wife was a birthing rock star. As she progressed through the pains of labor all the...

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A few years back, I was representing my Camp at a Christian Youth Conference.  To encourage people...

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Centering Discipleship

Centering Discipleship

In my work as a local pastor and translocal network leader, I’ve had a front-row seat to observe the happenings of many churches across the board. When the pandemic hit and the world seemed to unravel, we were only in the first two years of our communal life. What...

Who’s Following You?

Who’s Following You?

Every disciple needs three types of relationships in his life. He needs a “Paul” who can mentor him and challenge him. He needs a “Barnabas” who can come alongside and encourage him. And he needs a “Timothy,” someone he can pour his life into. – Howard Hendricks Being...

How to Pray for Refugees During Times of War and Crisis

How to Pray for Refugees During Times of War and Crisis

Did you know that the number of refugees around the world has doubled in the past 10 years? In fact, there are more refugees in the world today than at any other point in history, surpassing the 100 million mark in 2022. The reasons these families have been driven...

Five Ways to Start Listening to God in Your Life

Five Ways to Start Listening to God in Your Life

What if you could hear God speaking? What difference would that make in your life? I don’t mean hearing an audible voice. I wouldn’t need to write about hearing that. You would just listen. Instead, I mean receiving a message from Him as a thought in the mind. The...

Overcoming Body Image Struggles in Marriage

Overcoming Body Image Struggles in Marriage

My husband always tells me how beautiful I am and speaks kindly about my body. Why can’t I receive it? Sixteen years ago, my husband and I had a fight I will never forget. I rarely remember why we were fighting, but this memory is one that left a mark on my heart. I...

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About the President

Dave Wike is a family man. Serving pastors, and those who desire to do the same, became his calling over the last 20+ years. He and his wife Margie live in North Carolina. They have a son living overseas, and three daughters still at home. Dave enjoys writing instrumental guitar music, and plans to complete his Masters in Biblical Counseling. He’s also well aware he can do nothing good apart from the Holy Spirit. 

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