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.

How Churches View Today’s Economy

LifeWay: Today, 45 percent of pastors see the economy as benefiting their church, while 35 percent say it is having no impact.

Revisiting Jesus’ Teachings on Heaven

John Ortberg: Eternity Is Now in Session

Learning to Read Theology Charitably

How do we read theology with a generous spirit of love for God and our neighbor?

Hope for Those Tempted by Same-Sex Attraction

There is significant encouragement in Scripture for those who struggle with same-sex attraction.

What Is Authentic Worship?

Understanding authentic worship goes beyond a theological exercise or musical styles.

Growing a Healthy Worship Ministry Without Starting a War

Mike Harland: Worship Essentials

Christopher Yuan: Holy Sexuality and the Gospel

Sex, Desire, and Relationships Shaped by God’s Grand Story (Multnomah)

Pastors See Economic Turnaround in 2018 Giving

Eight in 10 Protestant pastors say the total offerings at their church this year are at or above last year’s levels.