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.

Rick Richardson: You Found Me

New Research on How Unchurched Nones, Millennials, and Irreligious Are Surprisingly Open to Christian Faith

Chicken Little Syndrome and the Church

We have bought into myths that hinder our witness and keep us passive and fearful about sharing our faith.

Chris Surratt: Leading Small Groups

How to Gather, Launch, Lead and Multiply Your Small Group

Creating Biblical Community With a Small Group

Your small group should create an environment that grows its members in the areas of discipleship, community and mission.

Aren’t We Better Off Without Religion?

Does religion have a place in a world of increasing secularization?

Rebecca McLaughlin: Confronting Christianity

12 Hard Questions for the World's Largest Religion

6 Reasons Your Church Needs an App

A church app can boost the level of engagement and buy-in from your community members

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