Interviews

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

David Kinnaman: And Now for Some Good News

The inevitability, the inexorable decline of Christianity, is not a done deal. It’s not as though there’s been a complete turnaround and everyone’s a Christian, but there’s a real moment of spiritual openness that is translating now into this resurgence of interest in Jesus. It’s a big deal.

The World Is Asking Questions

How do we answer the tough questions people in our world are asking right now?

The Jesus Creed

We do not love until we listen.

A Reset Moment for the Church

Our churches are being compelled to go back to our roots.

Ashlee Eiland: The Transforming Power of Kindness

Rediscovering civility in a culture of division

Dear Pastor, I’m Proud of You

There’s nothing like Jesus’ church with its back against the wall.

Keeping First the One Who Is First

Remembering how to put God first

Turning Crisis Into Opportunity

Five steps for processing the current challenges

Who Are We to Be, No Matter the Season?

Our call is one of compassion and justice in any and every season.