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.

Jesus Film Bundle Available for Special Price During Christmas

For $100, shoppers can buy 100 DVDs that feature the story of Jesus in 24 languages.

The Story of King Jesus

Ben Irwin, for kids: With vivid illustrations, the big picture, from Creation to cross

Best Books 2015: Outreach Resources of the Year

Outreach magazine's 12th annual celebration of the best books and media in evangelism, apologetics, leadership and more.

Bivocational Pastor: The Strategic Future

Leaders discuss the rewards and challenges of being bivocational and the role that status will play in future church growth.

10 Ways to Make a Big Impact on a Small Budget

You can create cost-effective events to invite your community to check out church. Here's how.

5 Tips for Expanding Your Online Sermon Audience

If you pursue the outreach aspect of your message, you can get the attention of those outside the church.

Bivocational Perspective: Redeeming the Curse of Labor

Hugh Halter: "I will never lament the 20-some years God blessed me with a trade that would sustain my full-time calling to ministry."

Stop Segregating Youth

Mark Cannister: "Transformation happens ... when they are engaged in the broader life of the church and connected to a network of caring adults."