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.

Important Lessons Pastors Need to Learn

Three things I wish I'd understood when I started in ministry.

Let’s Talk Honestly About Wealthy Preachers

Excerpted from 'PreachersNSneakers' (Thomas Nelson)

Research: The Shifting Views of Americans on Meaning and Purpose

As Americans attempt to move past the life-altering effects of 2020, their perspective is shifting on some of the most significant questions facing humanity. A...

This Is Not a Drill

Excerpted From 'Depression, Anxiety, and Other Things We Don’t Want to Talk About' (Thomas Nelson)

Outreach Resources of the Year: Counseling and Relationships

Evaluated by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott

4 Keys to Staying Focused in a Downward Ministry Period

How to keep moving forward in a challenging ministry season

Opening the Church Doors

Excerpted From 'Gospelbound' (Multnomah)

5 Simple Ways a Sandwich Can Save a Life

Bringing healing through hospitality