James P. Long

James P. Long was formerly the editor of Outreach magazine and the author of a number of books, including Why Is God Silent When We Need Him the Most?

Church Planting Is on the Rise

National study from LifeWay and NewChurches.com provides a comprehensive report on church planting in the U.S.

Teens Spend 9 Hours a Day Doing What?

Common Sense Media: Report measures the pervasiveness of entertainment media in the lives of U.S. youth.

Are Christians More Generous Than the General Population?

National survey measures the impact of faith on generosity and money management.

Open Secrets: Discovering God Together

“God does not want us connected only to him; he wants us connected also to one another.”

What Can Churches Learn From School Shooters?

From "thresholds of violence" to "thresholds of grace": Could this social process somehow drive the mission of the church?

Church Unknowingly Received Stolen Funds. Now What?

Church unknowingly received Ponzi scheme money in the offering. Feds now want the money back. What would you do?

It’s Official: Anti-Christian Persecution Is on the Rise

Persecution of Christians worldwide has been increasing at an alarming rate, according to two major reports.

A Wedding Banquet for the Homeless

In the News: A contemporary take on a timeless parable.