Evangelism

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

100 Creative Ministry Outreach Ideas for Every Size, Budget, and Neighborhood

100 creative ministry outreach ideas that will work in your church — from community events and compassion ministries to online engagement and family outreach.

6 Ways to Be Salt and Light to the World

Christians and church leaders can live out Jesus’ call to be salt and light—showing love and grace, boldly serving and sharing the gospel, and inspiring hope.

Ed Stetzer: Live First, Lead Second

If you want a church that's exercising outreach, you've got to model outreach.

The Why of What We Do

The way of Jesus was to include people in his life and then help them understand it later.

Reframing Hospitality in the Church

"My greatest discovery of the last 10 years has been hospitality—the call to an open life, an open home and an open table."

The Gospel Is One, Unified Message—And Here’s Why It Matters

"Being able to articulate this clearly will help you communicate the gospel and your faith, and lead others to the truth."

4 Ways Pastors Fail to Preach the Fullness of Scripture

"It might not help your job security, but when you stand before the Lord, you’ll be mighty glad you got this right."

3 Christian Responses to Blatant Hypocrisy

"Hypocrisy can come knocking at any door. Integrity is one of the most powerful tools we have as we engage a watching world."

How to Talk About Race, Gender and Other Controversial Issues as a Christian

"It’s less about proving you're right or wrong, and more about seeing others draw closer to the unconditional love of Jesus."

Why Doesn’t God Prevent Tragedy and Suffering?

"Events like this remind us that life is short and eternity is real. We should always be ready to stand before God."