Leadership

When Christian Leaders Crash and Burn

When we hear of leaders falling, we must take a look in the mirror and remind ourselves to live holy lives.

Summer Synergy

You don’t need a massive budget or a construction crew to make a big impact.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

Does a Church’s Name Really Matter?

One pastor explains the origin of his church's name and why it accurately represents his congregation.

Incarnational Ministry: Living Big in Small Places

Hugh Halter: "Jesus' public life was an outgrowth of his subterranean existence as he lived among people in the margins."

As a Pastor’s Wife, 7 Things I Wish I’d Learned Sooner

"Learn to value what God says above what others say. His Word will sustain you when no one else can."

How to Preach For Seekers Without Dumbing Down the Message

Ed Stetzer: "Preaching should be both theologically deep—and wide."

6 Ways to Build Unity in Your Church

"If Satan can get us fighting against each other, we become neutralized and of little use to the world."

3 Church Methods That Need to Change

Ed Stetzer: "Here are three methodological shifts churches should consider to more effectively make disciples."

When Should a Church Fire a Pastor?

"Termination is the death stroke, the ultimate statement that 'this person's ministry in this church is beyond repair.'"

When Ministry Knocks You Down, How to Get Back Up

"As I’ve faced discouragement in ministry, these simple choices have helped me encourage myself in the Lord."