This Week's Making Your Life Count Programs
The Story Behind Christmas
Lecrae says the best way to stay centered at Christmas is to remember the bigger story behind it. Each year, he walks his family through Advent by starting all the way back in Genesis. God created a beautiful world, it was broken, and people longed for the One who would restore it. That is why Christmas matters. It marks the beginning of God’s restoration through Jesus. Hear Lecrae share how remembering that story shapes the way his family celebrates on Making Your Life Count. |
Creativity That Points to God
Nate Lundquist shares how creativity can open doors for people to encounter God. As a filmmaker, he sees every project as an opportunity to reflect the beauty, excellence, and truth of the Creator. Nate encourages us to pray, stay open to God’s leading, and use our gifts with purpose. Hear Nate’s perspective on creativity that points to God on today’s Making Your Life Count. |
Waves of Faith
When Austin Fruits met up with an old classmate to surf in San Diego, he never expected the conversation to turn toward faith. But out in the lineup, his friend opened up about feeling drawn to God. Austin explained what it means to surrender to Christ, and right there in the ocean, his friend prayed to begin a relationship with Jesus. Hear Austin’s story of an unexpected moment that God used in a powerful way on Making Your Life Count. |
Building a Faithful Foundation
When Arlene Pellicane’s family put God at the center of their home, everything changed. Church, prayer, and worship became habits of faith, not questions to debate. Those daily rhythms built a strong foundation of peace and unity that shaped their kids’ hearts too. When God is your foundation, everything else begins to fall into place. Hear her perspective today on Making Your Life Count. |
When Christmas Comes Alive
Christmas is more than lights and traditions. It’s God stepping into our world because we needed Him. Whether this season feels joyful or heavy, the message is the same: a Savior has come for all people, including you. Take a moment to receive the hope and peace Jesus offers; then let it flow through you in simple acts of love. That’s when Christmas truly comes alive. |
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As we anticipate Christmas and remember the arrival of Jesus, come and see how the Light of the World changes everything. So wherever you need light most in your life this Advent season, we pray this 23-day plan through the Gospel of John will remind you of the hope, safety and belonging found in Jesus — the Light in the darkness. |
Sharing Your Faith
Teach Me to Share
Whether it's the first time or the 20th time, we know that sharing your faith can bring feelings of uncertainty and anxiety. How do I begin? How will they respond? Will I say the right thing? As you go through Teach Me to Share, you’ll learn how to get started in having these important conversations. |
Share the Gospel
Sharing your faith is one of your most important callings as a follower of Jesus. These resources will help develop your skills, desire and ability to join others on their spiritual journeys and take them closer to Jesus. |
Ways You Can Make Your Life Count
Discipleship
Discipleship is spending time with someone regularly talking about God, the Bible, and daily life. Whether you're just getting started or looking to go deeper with your disciple, these articles will give you tips and resources to live out this practice in a way that effectively multiplies the Kingdom.
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Leading Small Groups
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Top Tools for Transferable Training
Ministry becomes effective when we accurately apply specific tools, using Biblical strategies, under the power of the Holy Spirit. To get the job done, here are some of the tools to consider adding to the top drawers of your tool chest.
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Representing Jesus Regardless of the Results
Students crouch over each other and eagerly shout, their voices filling the space and echoing through the vacant rows in a room designed for 100 people. As each team’s chosen artist sketches their clues, the pressure intensifies. Second-year education major and Cru® student president Lia Compton stands over them, watching intently. In the final moments as both artists frantically point to their wild configuration of lines, another student finally yells out the right answer.
Laughter and applause erupt as Lia waits for everyone to file through the center aisle to sit before she shares about upcoming events. The weekly Thursday night Cru meeting has just begun.
Laughter and applause erupt as Lia waits for everyone to file through the center aisle to sit before she shares about upcoming events. The weekly Thursday night Cru meeting has just begun.
Featured Cru Stories
21 Bible Verses on Trusting God
Trusting God is a vital part of your relationship with Him. Here are 21 verses that can help you grow in your understanding of and trust in God. |
5 Spiritual Disciplines to Help Grow Your Walk With God
When it comes to your relationship with God, it can be overwhelming knowing what to do or how to navigate the next step. Here are five spiritual disciplines to help grow your walk with God. |
Making Your Life Count in 4 Simple Steps!
WALKIncrease your grasp of how God wants you to live. Demonstrate credibility. Walk with Him so others see your actions match your words.
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PRAYTalk with God about things that matter to you and others. Nothing is too small or big for Him. Connect closely with God and receive His guidance and power.
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CARELook for ways to be conscious of the continual needs of others. Demonstrate love and kindness freely and frequently.
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SHAREYou have made your life count, now help others to experience the same. Team up with others to spread the message of Christ's love to the world.
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