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Creating Great Church Guest First Impressions

How you treat people who are new to your church can be the difference between your church growing or getting stuck.

Rediscover the Wonder of Christmas

Many years before the birth of Jesus Christ, God becoming a child, there was a prophecy in Isaiah 9:2, 6­­–7 that declared the coming of this child as the hope and wonder of this world.

Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

The Psychological Keys to Encouraging Generosity

Two significant processes in our brains that influence generosity

When Best Friends Go Their Separate Ways

Friendships are precious to me—worth fighting for, praying about, and working through. But sometimes, in spite of my best (yet imperfect) efforts, I’ve had friendships falter and fail.

The Key to Being Present for Your Family

It’s Not as Much About How Much You Work, But When

How Do You Define Masculinity?

There seems to be more confusion than ever about what it means to be a man. The Kens of the world really don’t know what it means to be a Ken.

John K. Jenkins Sr.: Wisdom From a Life of Ministry

The kingdom of God is made up of failed people who make mistakes. We should put our trust in the principles of Scripture, in the teachings of God.

Why You Don’t Need to Be ‘Gifted’ to Share Your Faith

“Don't wait on the gift. Be the gift to someone else.”

Listening to People Who Are Different Than You

The fact is people are different. They think differently, have different desires and, thankfully have different ideas. The way they process and share those ideas are often different from the leader.

Does Your Work Bring a Soul-Deep Excitement?

Calling is a soul-deep excitement, driven by an awareness that your life was designed by God to make a difference.