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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.

What I Learned in the Painful Parts of Church Planting

God has worked in me more than he has through me. His love works within us like an explorer—or, in a way, a church planter—always seeking the places that have not yet met his healing love.

No Longer Depleted

Too many pastors and leaders have rejected the gift of weekly refreshment that God wants to give them.

6 Behind-the-Scenes Things Church Leaders Are Doing Well

Encouragement for overtaxed church leaders

What Does ‘Taking Up the Shield of Faith’ Look Like?

We can expect that day in and day out we will be pummeled the flaming arrows of the great enemy of God and man, the devil. These flaming arrows might take many forms, but surely at least one of them is in the form of accusation.

When the Leadership Burden is Too Great

It's okay to take a break to clear your head. It could be an afternoon, a day, or a week, but sometimes you just need to get away from the situation long enough to gain a fresh perspective.

Keeping Anxiety in Check

3 Insights from King David

What Makes a Pastor a Great Leader?

Any gifted communicator can tell you what you should be doing. A great pastor journeys alongside you as you seek to do it together.

Helping Seniors Thrive Spiritually After Graduation

We must prepare our teenagers by speaking forthrightly about the temptations that await them after high school. We must help them be on their guard and learn how to be fully “armored up” with the spiritual protection that Jesus provides every believer (Ephesians 6:11).

God Has Good Things Planned for You

Why We Must Depend on the Promises of God in Difficult Times