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 We Learned to Ask ‘the Poor’ Different Questions

When we began to focus on people's gifts rather than their needs, it was a game changer.

How a Gay Activist Discovered Jesus

David Bennett: A War of Loves

5 Ways to Effectively Change an Established Culture

Here are some things I learned renewing the culture of a long-term established church.

Resisting the Idol of Sexuality

Both progressives and conservatives have often made an idol out of sexuality. The answer is to return our focus to the gospel.

God Speaks Your Love Language

Gary Chapman: How to Experience and Express God’s Love

Uniquely Called to Be a Pastor’s Wife

The role of a pastor's wife can at times be difficult, but I never regret doing what God has called me to do.

Chap Clark: Adoptive Church

Creating an Environment Where Emerging Generations Belong

Nurturing Young People

The ways we think about and encourage youth should be aimed at empowering them.