Resources

Fastest-Growing Churches: Lessons From the Front Lines

“People see “big C” church as judgy, legalistic rules. If we can work together and show the opposite of that, I feel like that’s our role: to rewrite the narrative of church based on serving.” —Meghan Smith, Trace Church

When You Don’t Want to Read the Bible

You were ultimately made to respond to God’s heart. You were made to know the voice of the Good Shepherd, to lean on his care, to depend on his provisions, to trust in his protection. You were made to come running when your Father calls you home to sit at his table!

Angulus Wilson: Evangelism Is the Heart of God

When the church taps into the mission and the heart of God, she gets mobilized, she can get revived. We can see growth and new initiative.

Research: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism on the Rise

According to new research from the Cultural Research Center, although 3 out of 4 people (74%) who lean substantially on MTD for life guidance consider themselves to be Christians, numerous beliefs held by MTD-reliant adults conflict with biblical teaching.

3 Encouragements for When Your Heart Is Broken

Excerpted from 'Either Way, We'll Be All Right'

Eric Tonjes: Either Way, We’ll Be All Right

An Honest Exploration of God in Our Grief (NavPress)

5 Designated Giving Mistakes That Get Churches in Trouble

Don't let what's meant to be a blessing harm your church.

Richard Stearns: The Case for Values-Driven Leadership

"Most of the things you are likely to achieve in your career are not going to be impressive to God. God is impressed with your character, with your faithfulness."

Research: How the Pandemic Changed Churchgoers’ Discipleship Habits

Churchgoers were less likely to be involved in small groups during the pandemic, but many added some digital and individual activities to their discipleship routines.

Lance Ford, Rob Wegner & Alan Hirsch: The Starfish and the Spirit

Unleashing the Leadership Potential of Churches and Organizations (Zondervan)

Develop a Living System Mindset at Your Church

Excerpted from 'The Starfish and the Spirit' (Zondervan)