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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.

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

The Beauty of Declining Invitations

Sometimes you immediately know you should say no. In that case, a firm but gracious no is appropriate. It may feel awkward, but that uncomfortable emotion will quickly pass.

Report: What We Know About the Post-COVID Church

Church leaders were of one mind in regard to the Catch-22 COVID presented. No matter what they did, what they said, or how they responded, someone was going to be angry or upset and leave.

Evangelistic Again

How Our Church Is Returning to Its Missional Roots

Every Word Inspired

The Bible reveals God’s plan for redeeming his people. The story has ups and downs, unexpected plot twists, failures and successes. It’s not G-rated, and all the characters are flawed, with one exception—Jesus.

Alan Briggs: Is Bigger Actually Better?

A larger church can have a bigger impact, but that isn’t a given. So, is having a larger church really better?

The Surprising Reward of ‘Risk’

God can use your earnest desires to take risks in faith to accomplish his will for you.

What a Pastor Thinks About Sunday Mornings

It’s sometimes hard to worship when I’m thinking through my sermon. That’s why I especially appreciate worship that draws me to the Lord above everything else.

8 Strategies for Reaching and Developing Gen Z

This generation is often characterized by its technological savviness, diverse perspectives, and desire for authenticity, which presents opportunities and obstacles for many churches.