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.

7 Steps to Maximizing Your Social Media Outreach

"You have the potential and capacity to reach many more people online than just those who attend your church. Here's how."

A Woman, a Well, a Postmodern Movement

How this fivefold evangelism process can lead to a witnessing community and a movement of God.

5 Essentials for Evangelism Now

"We have to ask ourselves if we are willing to face some truths and change some behaviors to reach the world."

5 Rules for Christian Political Engagement

"Our first loyalty is to Jesus and his kingdom—not to any political party."

What NOT to Say to Someone in Pain

"Here are a few statements to NEVER say to someone in pain, no matter what kind of pain."

2 Reasons Creativity Is Essential in the Church

"If we bore people with the gospel, we are guilty of one of the greatest crimes humanity has ever experienced."

The Secret to Getting Nonbelievers to Check Out Your Church

"It’s not about compromising your doctrine—it’s about the church being at the heart of transforming your community."

3 Keys to Engaging a Post-Church Culture

Lessons from this year's Outreach magazine/LifeWay Research survey of large, fast-growing churches.