Resources

Collin Outerbridge: Building a Multicultural, Multigenerational Church

There's something about a unifying vision that is greater than our preferences, that is focused on serving our community, that I think has led to a strong sense of connectivity that's allowed our church to grow and to impact people right here where we live.

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

Millennials Unsure of Their Purpose, Study Shows

New study relates high suicide rates among millennials to lack of meaning.

10 Models of Post-Pastorate Professions

God’s leading can show up through a gradual transition to something known. Or to something unknown. Here are 10 successful transitions of people now serving in new ministry positions.

How to Raise Awareness and Care for Adoptive and Foster Families

Adoption is a beautiful and complex picture of the gospel that nonetheless arises from tragedy.

Praying with a Humble Heart

A humble heart faithfully, persistently, watchfully seeks after God in prayer.

Mandy Smith: My Top 4 Books on Spiritual Formation

Here are some thoughtful resources on spiritual formation that could help strengthen and encourage you during these hard times.

The Prayer of a Humble Leader

How a leader responds reveals his or her heart toward the Lord.

An Invitation to a Life of Meaning

The evidence for God from design is most likely the most popular argument for God.

The Who, Why and Where of Your Ministry

In times of discouragement, remember your call.