Interviews

Gene Appel: Do Less Ministry; Reach More People

None of the programs at our church were bad in and of themselves. The volume of it just prevented us from being focused on building relationships with those who are far from God. So, we had to do less ministry to reach more people. It sounds funny, but people had to be trained in how to do life with nonbelievers or people spiritually disinterested.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

David Kinnaman: And Now for Some Good News

The inevitability, the inexorable decline of Christianity, is not a done deal. It’s not as though there’s been a complete turnaround and everyone’s a Christian, but there’s a real moment of spiritual openness that is translating now into this resurgence of interest in Jesus. It’s a big deal.

David Gustafson: A Fresh Look at Evangelism—Part 1

Reaching the unchurched in a post-Christendom society

David Gustafson: The Practice of Witnessing—Part 2

Practical advice on reaching your neighbors for Christ

Drew Hyun: Mobilizing for More

How to catapult everyday missionaries into the city—and beyond.

When I Think You’re Wrong

Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers, from opposite ends of the political spectrum, discuss gracious disagreement.

James E. Beitler III: Persuade With Grace—Part 1

The study of rhetoric and persuasion is incredibly helpful for our Christian witness in our divided age.

James E. Beitler III: Seasoning Our Speech—Part 2

What can we learn from the masters of Christian rhetoric?

Amy E. Black: Seeking a More Perfect Union—Part 1

Amy Black, a political science professor at Wheaton College, is an advocate for civil dialogue about American politics.

Amy E. Black: Politics and the Church—Part 2

There are some troubling signs of deepening division in our public discourse, but there is hope in the kingdom of God.