Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus: Old Lyrics with Timeless Truths
Algeria, 1901: Pen in hand, forty-seven-year-old missionary Lilias Trotter gazed out over the foothills of the Atlas mountains of northern Africa. A flash of yellow …
On the Public (and Passionate) Reading of Scripture
“Our Scripture reading today is from Galatians 1:6–10,” the deacon behind the pulpit mumbled. Even as the pages rustled, the minds of the congregation wandered. …
Eric Liddell: Surrendering All
Overview Eric Liddell (1902–1945) won Olympic gold as a sprinter, but this triumph pales in comparison with how God used him when he surrendered his …
Charles Simeon: Powerful Preaching and Passing the Baton
While Charles Simeon (1759–1836) is remembered in some circles today, his life and ministry has mostly faded into history. However, we can learn much from …
New Year: New Writers
As 2026 begins, we are happy to announce that Rooted Thinking has added new writers who will regularly contribute. Let me introduce the whole team. …
Thankfulness for God’s Leading: A Lesson from Adoniram Judson’s Life
“I have always felt thankful to God,” wrote Adoniram Judson as he reflected on God’s leading in his life. God moved Judson “to break the …
Video Introduction to a Journey of Encouragement
Walk alongside men and women of the past as they came to key points in their journeys. Learn to rely on God’s promises, depend on …
Life to the Full: A Sneak Peek at Daring Decision
“I feel like God has me blindfolded and is leading me along a path I don’t quite understand. But I will follow Him.” —Bonnie Witherall, …
Daring Decision: Learning How God Leads and How to Follow
Standing at life’s crossroads can feel overwhelming. Should I stay or go? Is God truly calling me overseas, or am I meant to serve right …
Robert Murray M’Cheyne: Almost a Missionary
Overview Robert Murray M’Cheyne (1813–1843) nearly left Scotland for the mission field. He read the biographies of David Brainerd and Henry Martyn, compelling him to …