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 to Respond When Someone You Lead Makes a Mistake

Perry Noble: "When someone we lead makes an honest mistake, we have three options."

What Happens When Your Church and Community Collide

"It seems like we need an earthquake to dislodge both feet out of our churches so that we can get one foot in the community."

Ministering to People With Addiction: The First Step

"Transformation happens when we see our own crippling brokenness in the face and story of the addict in front of us."

Discovering a Curious Faith

"If God really is powerful, if he really is good, then why can’t we see it? Maybe we miss what could be right in front of us."

The Mingling of Souls and the Meaning of Love

Matt Chandler: "We’re people who say, 'No, I won’t bail. I’ve given myself for better or for worse to this person.'"

5 Marriage Landmines to Avoid When Change Comes

William Vanderbloemen: "Avoid these five landmines, and your pastoral transition is guaranteed to go as smoothly as possible."

Geo-Targeted Maps: How to Use Them for Your Church

Six ways you can leverage Google Maps' handy visual mapping tool to serve your congregation and your community.

How Tumblr Can Boost Your Youth Ministry

A brief overview of Tumblr and how you can use it to stay connected with the students in your ministry.