Resources

Collin Outerbridge: Building a Multicultural, Multigenerational Church

There's something about a unifying vision that is greater than our preferences, that is focused on serving our community, that I think has led to a strong sense of connectivity that's allowed our church to grow and to impact people right here where we live.

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

MelindaJoy Mingo: Using Friendship to Overcome Our Deepest Hurts and Prejudices

A conversation with MelindaJoy Mingo, Efrem Smith and Todd Wilson

Americans’ Diverse Views on Religion More Opinion Than Fact

More than half of Americans say religious beliefs are a matter of personal opinion, not objective facts. And that’s made clear by examining the...

Candid Conversations Webinar: What Is Justice?

Dhati Lewis joins Efrem Smith and Todd Wilson for a webinar conversation on biblical justice.

Phil Cooke: Maximize Your Influence

How to Make Digital Media Work for Your Church, Your Ministry, and You (Cooke Media Group)

The Power of Digital Thinking

In a cluttered world, simplicity and clarity are what get people’s attention.

Rules of Incivility

3 Disagreement Traps to Avoid

Renewing Self to Renew Others

4 encouragements to relax

Ministry Pivot: Connecting With Your Congregation and Community

Russell St. Bernard talks with Larry Brey, ministries development pastor at Elevation Church in Matthews, North Carolina; Bobby Manning, senior pastor of First Baptist Church of District Heights in Maryland; and Candice Wynn, Orange specialist at Orange Leaders in Georgia.