About James Travis Young

James Travis Young has served for decades in several active ministry roles including pastor, church planter, and teacher, and his writing has been featured in multiple books and publications. Travis is making Christlike disciples alongside his spouse in Galveston, Texas, USA.

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God Doesn’t Write Sins nor Tragedies

Because the church doesn’t understand sin very well, we don’t forgive very... read more

Faith on Film: "First Reformed"

Faith on Film is a monthly feature that is published on the... read more

God Is Not Powerful

Yes, you read that title correctly: God is not powerful. I don’t... read more

What Is Holiness (And What It’s Not)

Many people, especially Christians, consider God strictly in terms of power. This... read more

Why Our New Year Must Include One Another

The novelist John Irving once wrote, “An epilogue, in the disguise of... read more

When the Church Attacks Its Own: Part 2

MISSED PART 1? CLICK HERE TO START FROM THE BEGINNING. When popular... read more

When the Church Attacks Its Own: Part 1

A highly-respected pastor suggested that the church should encourage conversation rather than... read more

Real Gender Equality Must Start Now in the...

The following is Part 2 of an ongoing series exploring gender roles... read more

Yes, Most American Churches Oppress Women, and It’s...

The following is Part 1 of an ongoing series exploring gender roles... read more

Christlike Discipleship Means Sharing Your Life

The Sermon on the Mount in the gospel of Matthew reveals not... read more

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