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.

Turning Crisis Into Opportunity

Five steps for processing the current challenges

Who Are We to Be, No Matter the Season?

Our call is one of compassion and justice in any and every season.

9 Habits to Develop Now to Lead the Post-Coronavirus Church

What lessons will God teach you through this time?

Four Words to Guide Us

In the midst of the crisis, we've identified four things to help us move forward as a church.

‘Immerse From Home’ Virtual Bible Book Club Available

The Institute for Bible Reading offers a free two-week book club study of Luke–Acts

Chuck DeGroat: When Narcissism Comes to Church

Healing Your Community From Emotional and Spiritual Abuse (IVP, 2020)

From the Shadows to the Light

A way forward for people affected by Narcissism in the church

Perspective, Cooperation, Technology

A reminder to breathe