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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

Jesus: Good News of Great Happiness

How can we “glorify God in everything” and “pray without ceasing” if we can’t glorify God and pray while working, riding a bike, playing games, or watching a movie?

Dangerous Growth

Yes, God uses our gifts, but at the end of the day, when success comes, God gets the glory because he is the source.

God Chooses Ordinary People

Remembering the profound grace of the Christmas story

As Leaders Get Older

According to the research by the Faith Communities Study, the average age of a pastor is 57 years old compared to 50 years old in 2000.

Successful Leaders Say No (A Lot)

Are you saying no to the million distractions that surround us every day?

When Our Methods Bolster Our Pride

The evangelist’s temptation is rampant and real.

Church Without Walls

“We need to look at inviting people in online or even creating opportunities for people to be digital missionaries, sharing Jesus in digital and virtual spaces.” —Jeff Reed

8 Things Not to Do When Planting a Church

Here's a list of things I wouldn't do again if I were planting another church.