Stephen Witmer: A Small-Town Ministry Vision for Small-Town MinistryPart 2
Stephen Witmer discusses his theological vision and ministry strategy for small-town churches, emphasizing a gospel that is both big and small.
Resources
New Small Group Resources
This year more than any other, gearing up for the fall small group season will look different for churches. As groups form to study God’s Word online or in person, Bible studies in different formats will be needed, depending on each church’s needs. To help you prepare, here is a sampling of upcoming releases. • … Continued
5 Ways to Reestablish Your Spiritual Center
From Crisis to Christ: Learn how to reestablish your spiritual center.
Stand Still and Watch God Work
Excerpted FromEnter WildBy Carlos Whittaker Be Still Lets rewind a few centuries back to the days of Moses so we can all realize were not alone in our current stillness struggle. Moses was the OG when it came to hearing from God. He had some crazy direct access to God himself, and he was always […] Learn to stand still and watch God work in your life.
Stay Salt: A Conversation With Rebecca Manley Pippert on Evangelism Today
When I wrote Out of the Saltshaker 40 years ago, it was such a different world. Whats changed today? Well, were dealing with the lethal distortion of post-modernity. Theres been the collapse of absolute truth in the West. There used to be an understanding of authority, but now its completely personal preference. There is this approach to evangelism today thats sort of cafeteria style. Ill pick a little of this, a little of that, and lets have a little karma here. It doesnt matter that the views are completely in conflict with each other. I knew I needed to write a book that would help Christians today to know how to live and share and do the gospel for such a time as this. […]
Survey: How Long Should Sermon Length Be?
When pastors begin to welcome back their congregations to in-person services, they may want to consider offering them a shorter sermon. A study from Nashville-based LifeWay Research found Protestant pastors estimates of their sermon lengths are shorter than the estimates of their congregations. Additionally, more than a quarter of churchgoers say their pastor typically preaches […]
The Path to Finding Your Platform
Excerpted FromThe Leader in YouBy Ebony S. Small Have you ever wrestle with the following questions about finding your platform? What have I been put on earth to do?What am I passionate about?What is my circle of influence? I certainly have. One of the allures of social media is that these outlets appeal to our intrinsic desire to understand […]
Virus Protection Resources for Your Church
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Fall 2020 New Bible Release Roundup
New Bibles releasing late summer and into fall offer study and preaching resources that dig deep into God’s Word. Here are a few of the new Bibles that are coming soon: • Unfolding Grace: 40 Guided Readings through the Bible (Crossway) presents the overarching storyline of God’s Word as revealed through 40 Scripture readings drawn … Continued
The Joy and Crown of Pastoral Ministry
Excerpted FromBefore We ForgetEdited by Jonathon Woodyard and Nathan Millican First Thessalonians 1–3 is a passage that touches on the joys of pastoral ministry. Paul finds joy and fulfillment in the development of the Thessalonian church. Now, there is considerable debate about whether or not we can call an apostle like Paul a pastor, and … Continued
