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.

4 Ways a Church Can Move on After the Loss of a Leader

How to support the person leaving while moving your church forward

YouVersion’s Top Searched Bible Phrases Tell the Story of 2020

The Bible App trends that stood out in this unusual year

‘We Can Still Clap Our Hands’: Christian Faith Missionary Baptist

Starkville, Missisippi, church finds a new way to worship during the pandemic

A Conversation with Mark Strauss About the New NIV Study Bible

Meet one of the editors of the fully revised NIV Study Bible.

What Is Meaningful Happiness?

Excerpted from 'Jesus the Great Philosopher' (Baker Books)

Why Digital Media Will Continue to Be Key for Your Church in the New Year

Two critical things pastors and church leaders need to know

A Guide to Different Types of Bibles

A helpful tool for selecting a gift Bible—or buying one for yourself