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.

Is the Holy Spirit Breath, Wind, or Spirit?

Examining the untamed Spirit of the Old Testament.

How Scholars and Pastors Can Balance the Head and Heart

Pastor-scholars and scholar-pastors must not forget our center.

Colleen Derr: Renewing Communication

Spirit-Shaped Approaches for Children, Youth and Families (IVP)

Spirit-Shaped Approaches to Communication

The Holy Spirit prepares us for service, and others to receive.

10 Things to Know About the Life of Jonathan Edwards

Highlights from the life of a consequential Christian figure.

Craig Groeschel: Dangerous Prayers

Because Following Jesus Was Never Meant to Be Safe (Zondervan)

Why You Should Dare to Pray Dangerous Prayers

Why prayers that require courage and risk are worth it.

Video: Jesus Is Not (Simply) a Role Model

aka "Finding meaning in daily acts of good" from TEDxWileyCollege