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.

Do You Need a Digital Fast?

6 ways to tune out distraction and focus on others

Super Bowl-Sized Faith: Beyond the Typical Nod to God

Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles and other Super Bowl 52 players discuss the real-life faith that animates them, whether they win or lose.

Nick Foles, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback

“It’s not about prospering at all. It’s how [God has] humbled me. Whenever I was at my lowest, that’s where my relationship with Christ grew.”

Zach Ertz, Philadelphia Eagles tight end

“Our marriage is built on the foundation of the Word. Our relationship wouldn’t be nearly as strong without Jesus at the center.”

Carson Wentz, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback

“It’s always easy to say ‘I surrender everything’ when things are going great, life’s good. But when it comes to an injury like this it’s a chance to practice what I preach.”

Matthew Slater, New England Patriots wide receiver

“Every moment I’ve had in the NFL has given me the opportunity to build relationships with people and ultimately connect with them through the power and love of Christ”

Geneo Grissom, New England Patriots offensive lineman

“Without God none of this is possible, so my faith is literally the driving force that pushes me.”

Jordan Richards, New England Patriots defensive back

“This year our chaplain has encouraged us to be glory reflectors—at the end of the day the real champion is Jesus.”