Books

Fit for the Kingdom

The Lord prompted Reardon to think about combining Christian fellowship with fitness in order to create a new small group for men.

Flee, Fight, or Pray?

Fleeing may not be the answer, but falling on one's knees in open repentance to God for their part in the disagreement enables healing to begin in one's heart.

Truly Local: Church as the ‘Soul’ of the City

Belonging means different things to different people. My personal homecoming is bustling into a bar, keyboard under my arm, for a jazz gig with local musicians.

Delegation Must Include Details

If you want to create a long-term relationship with individuals who will execute large tasks for you, it is going to come down to your ability to provide details for delegation rather than dumping.

The Strange and Wonderful Sociology of the Early Christians

Prejudice and fear are powerful tools of deformation. The gospel is a potent resource for cultivating a spirit of openness to new things, and for tearing down dividing walls.

The Ministry of Listening

The art of listening is an essential skill for every Christian. Approaching others with a willingness to listen, free from judgment or interruption, holds great power in cultivating trust and fostering genuine relationships.

Embrace the Paradigm as a Change Agent

If you are willing to surrender over your walk with the Lord, God can use you to impact your community like never before.

Build a Strong Kids Ministry Team

I was not creating opportunities for volunteers to get to know one another.

What the Lord’s Supper Teaches You about Your Body

The [Lord's] Supper teaches us that we cannot “use” our bodies however we want. Our bodies belong to the Lord, and they are meant for his service.

6 Essential Steps to Start 2024

The start of a new year provides an excellent opportunity to review, restructure, and reapprove all compensation agreements.

Right on Target

Women’s ministry can be seen as a program. In some churches, it may include several programs. Until recently, little research had been done on how churches conduct women’s ministry and the impact it’s having on women.