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 the Biblical Narrative Depicts Ultimate Reality

"This supernatural being, this holy one, this creator of all and covenant maker, is passionate."

Opening the Gates of Creativity in the Church

"Closed gates mandate the extra labor of bringing in stale, dry fodder—everything 'Christian' needed to feed the flock."

6 Signs of a Church That Will Experience Sustained Health

Tony Morgan: "There’s an abundance mindset, because churches that practice generosity learn that God always provides."

Faith and Film: A Conversation With Martin Scorsese

This must-watch conversation with Scorsese captures his candid reflections on spirituality drawn from his life and work.

Avoiding Ministry Implosion: What’s Below the Surface?

"It’s important to periodically ask ourselves what is brewing below the surface of our lives."

Efrem Smith: The Power and Freedom of a Transformed Mind

"A significant part of living the transformed life of a Christ-follower is a renewed mind."

3 Characteristics of Outstanding Teams

Leverage each other's strengths for a more cohesive team.

God’s Love for Those Who Are Different

"I believe there’s a place where we can always find the warmth and peace of knowing there’s a place for us to exist."