Resources

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.

Grover Park Baptist Church: A Thread of Hope

At auction, the quilts go for hundreds or even thousands of dollars that directly help women and children in need, providing funds for baby and maternity items at the pregnancy resource center.

10 Ways to Safeguard Your Church in the Digital Age

In an increasingly digital world, faith-based organizations and ministries of all sizes must prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data, financial records and personal information.

Developing Transformational Community Connections

The church has to connect with the neighborhood around them in new and creative ways.

Sandcastles

Our lives in Christ are not built on a temporary foundation.

Make Your Worship Service Great by Minding These Details

18 Ways to Improve Your Services

What COVID-19 Exposed

The church must equip cross-cultural, reconciling and justice-oriented disciple makers.

Truth for the Weary

God hasn’t left us alone in our weariness.

4 Hidden Struggles Most Pastors Face

An Honest Conversation About What Many in the Clergy Deal With

Praying With a Humble Heart

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

3 Ways to Envision What Your Church Can Become

See Your Church With Fresh Eyes