Interviews

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.

Robby Gallaty: Lost and Found

This is the No. 1 attribute of being a disciple: You have to remain teachable. You have got to remain a perpetual beginner in life, in ministry and in your walk with the Lord.

Gene Appel: The Freedom of Focus—Part 1

“I felt an overwhelming pull—if I'd entrust my life to God, he'd use me to help people get ready for their last day on this planet.”

Gene Appel: Leading Through Change—Part 2

“When you simplify and clarify your focus, you can bring the entire power of the church to bear on each thing you do.”

Louie Giglio: Becoming a Self-Aware Leader

"Leading yourself requires humility, and humility comes from being with Jesus."

Alan Briggs: Unleashing Your Creative Genius

“Evangelism happens most naturally when we’re doing what comes most naturally to us.“

Alan Briggs: Redefining Creativity for the Sake of the World

"Our culture is waiting and watching for a group of people who are living for a mission bigger than themselves."

Nikki Toyama-Szeto: Bring Your Full Self

“God could have chosen anyone in the world to lead your community, and he chose you. Why is that?”

Nikki Toyama-Szeto: Authenticity Creates Credibility

“Really great leadership is anchored. Deeply. Sometimes the fruit of that is manifest after the leader is gone.”

J.D. Greear: ‘You Never Get Above Serving’

“The way to find unity is to have something that unifies us that is deeper and more significant than anything that divides us.”