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.

How Effective Is Your Donor Communication?

Valuable insights from The Donor Mindset Study, a series of research reports about American charitable donors

Joyfully Spreading the Word

Eds. Kathleen Nielson and Gloria Furman: Sharing the Good News of Jesus

What I’m Learning About Spreading the Word in Everyday Life

There are myriad ways we can share our faith in everyday life, we just need to ask the Lord for the faith and wisdom to do it.

Rehearsing Scripture

Anna Carter Florence: Discovering God’s Word in Community

Who Gets the Platform to Speak the Word?

The question of who gets to speak in church has profound implications for our interpretation of Scripture.

Should You Consider a Church Merger?

Here are some pivotal questions and considerations for any church thinking about merging with another.

How to Assemble a Small Group Leadership Team

A healthy small group ministry requires a variety of leaders for it to run smoothly. Here are the leaders you need to search for.

Planning Small Groups with Purpose

Steve Gladen: A Field-Tested Guide to Design and Grow Your Ministry