Since David Wilson first became senior pastor in 1988, Southcrest Baptist Church has grown from one Sunday morning worship service to five, with more than 100 baptisms scheduled annually. Church leaders say the secret isn’t gimmicks—it’s faithfully preaching Scripture, loving people and lifting up Jesus.
In a culture that pressures Christians to speak quickly and publicly, silence is often treated as complicity. But Scripture offers a wiser approach: discern when to speak, when to listen and how our words can strengthen Christian witness.
Hiding secrets, addiction, or mental health battles extracts a heavy toll on leaders. Drawing from golfer Gary Woodland's story of overcoming PTSD, discover why bringing your darkest struggles into the light is the first step toward true freedom and renewal.
Living with God is not always easy, and spiritual doubts can often leave us feeling guilty, resentful, or distant. Discover why leaning into the complexity of your faith journey—rather than running from it—is the key to unlocking true intimacy with God.
Overworked and ready to walk away from youth ministry? Before you submit your resignation, consider these 7 powerful reasons your investment in today's teenagers carries eternal weight.
Rolling Hills Community Church is growing as members embrace their role as ministers of the gospel, inviting friends and neighbors while building community through groups, missions and local outreach.
What can a fictional starship captain teach pastors about leadership? Kathryn Janeway’s example offers five lessons in conviction, courage, compassion, power and hope.
Paul’s call to “be transformed by the renewing of your mind” remains essential for today’s teenagers. Here’s how youth leaders can help students develop a biblical perspective on culture, identity and sexuality.
As confidence in institutions, leaders, and culture continues to erode, believers have an opportunity to anchor their trust in God instead. Michael Kelley explores three surprising characteristics of people whose confidence is rooted in the Lord rather than themselves.
Many pastors begin ministry with a heart to serve, but subtle leadership blind spots can develop over time. Dan Reiland explains how needing a church than feeding a church leads to burnout, stalled ministry, and diminished joy—and shares five practices that keep leaders spiritually healthy.
