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.

Gospel Centered Kids Ministry

Brian Dembowczyk: How the Gospel Will Transform Your Kids, Your Church, Your Community, and the World

Cultivating a Gospel Centered Kids Ministry

The decline in church attendance has actually led to churches re-centering on the gospel.

Women in God’s Mission

Mary T. Lederleitner: Accepting the Invitation to Serve and Lead

The Dizzying Inconsistencies of Gender Restrictions in the Church

Women have reported a leadership landscape of rules regulations constantly shifting beneath their feet.

What’s the Difference Between a Fake and a Follower?

Andi Andrew: Refusing to Settle for a Shallow Faith

Where Are We Finding Our Identity?

The world encourages us to find our identity by looking within or looking to others' approval, but our identity can only be found in our Creator.

What About Kids Ministry?

Bill Emeott: Practical Answers to Questions About Kids Ministry

Your Kids Ministry Can Make a Great First Impression

The state of your kids ministry space says a lot to guests. Here's how to make it shine.