Resources

Fastest-Growing Churches: Lessons From the Front Lines

“People see “big C” church as judgy, legalistic rules. If we can work together and show the opposite of that, I feel like that’s our role: to rewrite the narrative of church based on serving.” —Meghan Smith, Trace Church

When You Don’t Want to Read the Bible

You were ultimately made to respond to God’s heart. You were made to know the voice of the Good Shepherd, to lean on his care, to depend on his provisions, to trust in his protection. You were made to come running when your Father calls you home to sit at his table!

Angulus Wilson: Evangelism Is the Heart of God

When the church taps into the mission and the heart of God, she gets mobilized, she can get revived. We can see growth and new initiative.

Dominique DuBois Gilliard: Rethinking Incarceration

Advocating for Justice That Restores

The Tough Conversation All Churches Must Have

As much as we might like to ignore the LGBTQ conversation, we no longer have that luxury.

Being Faithful and Flexible in Presenting the Gospel

When sharing our faith, we must adapt to cultural considerations while remaining faithful to the true gospel.

The Sermon Starts in the Parking Lot

Is the message you're sending nonbelievers and visitors to your church consistent?

The Importance of Preaching the Theology of Suffering

God uses affliction as a loving tool to make us holy after the image of Christ.

Brian Fikkert and Kelly M. Kapic: Becoming Whole

Why the Opposite of Poverty Isn't the American Dream

Understanding the Human Element of Poverty

To alleviate poverty, we must address every aspect of each person's life and experiences.