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Welcome to the Staff Page for PursueGOD employees. Scroll down for leadership topics to be used in our weekly staff meetings. Use other topics on this site with your family or a mentor for your personal growth.

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What Is the Secret Rapture of the Church?

The “secret rapture” is a popular end-times view where believers are snatched up to heaven before a time of trial. Explore the biblical basis and different perspectives on this event.

What Is Postmillennialism?

Postmillennialism teaches that Jesus will return after a long period of spiritual success on earth. Learn how this optimistic view has shaped Christian history and missions.

What Is Amillennialism?

Amillennialism teaches that the “thousand years” of Revelation is a symbol for the current Church Age. Learn how this view shapes our understanding of Christ’s reign.

What Is Historic Premillennialism?

Historic or classical premillennialism is the oldest view of the end times. It teaches that the Church will remain on earth through the Tribulation until Christ’s literal reign.

What Is Dispensational Premillennialism?

Dispensational premillennialism is a popular end-times view featuring a pre-tribulation rapture and a clear distinction between Israel and the Church. Explore the biblical basis for this timeline.

What Does It Mean to Seek God’s Face?

Seeking God’s face is about more than just asking for favors. It’s a deep, biblical call to know God’s character and enjoy his presence. Discover how focusing on Jesus changes your spiritual walk.

Sandwich Generation (Series)

Sandwich Generation (Series)

In the chaotic world of the “Sandwich Generation”—where you are simultaneously caring for aging parents and raising your own children—decisions can be hard to make. This series will help you navigate a path forward.

How Do I Honor My Aging Parents?

Honoring your parents is more than a childhood rule; it’s a lifelong biblical calling. Explore how the Old Testament family unit shapes our duty to honor parents today.

What Is Christian Zionism?

Is support for Israel just about politics, or is it about the Bible? Discover the core beliefs of Christian Zionism, from the covenant with Abraham to its role in end-times prophecy.

How Does Theology Impact My View of Israel Today?

The way you read the Bible changes the way you read the news. Discover how different theological systems and prominent Christian leaders shape your view of the modern state of Israel and our mission as believers.

What Is Dispensationalism?

Where did the idea of “ages” and “dispensations” come from? Discover the history of dispensationalism, from John Nelson Darby to the Scofield Reference Bible, and how it shaped modern views of the end times.

What Is Replacement Theology?

Replacement theology suggests the church has taken the place of Israel in God’s plan. But is that what the Bible actually teaches? Dive into the history, the verses, and the modern perspective on God’s enduring promises.

What Is Covenant Theology?

Covenant theology provides a framework for understanding the entire Bible as a unified story of God’s grace. Explore its history and how these ancient agreements point directly to Jesus.

You’re Not the Boss of Me (Series)

You’re Not the Boss of Me (Series)

Throughout this series, we’ll identify the “bad bosses” that Satan has been using to steal and kill and destroy. Then we’ll discover the art of surrendering the throne to Jesus, the only one who actually knows what to do with our lives.

Discuss and Dive Deeper

Talk about it:

  1. Read “The Takeaway” above as a group. What are your initial thoughts about the article?
  2. Why do you think there is sometimes a “stigma” in the church regarding mental health medication compared to medication for physical ailments?
  3. How does the idea of being an “integrated being” (body and soul) change the way you view mental health struggles?
  4. Can you think of a time when a physical struggle (like lack of sleep or illness) made it harder for you to connect with God? How does that relate to anxiety or depression?
  5. In what ways can medication act as a “bridge” to spiritual growth rather than a “shortcut” around it?
  6. How can a small group or church community better support someone who is navigating a season of depression or anxiety?

See also:

Is It Okay to Take Medication for Depression and Anxiety?

Is it a lack of faith to take meds for your mental health? We look at why medication for depression and anxiety can be a helpful tool for Christians and how it fits into a life of following Jesus.

Why Did Jesus Have to Die?

Many people wonder why a loving God would require the death of His Son. By looking at the Bible’s “courtroom” perspective, we can see how Jesus completed a work we couldn’t finish to give us a life we don’t deserve.

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