Leadership

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.

Fostering Invitation Culture At Your Church

Fostering a spirit of evangelism doesn’t take a big effort but it can have a big impact.

Can We Be Unified Even When We Disagree?

As important as unity is for the people of God today, it is also elusive. Especially as the culture divides around us, it is easier to articulate our differences than our similarities.

What You Miss If You Quit

Brad Powell: “God’s best can be experienced in and through life’s worst.”

Effective Outreach Begins at Home

Kevin Harney: Four Reflections on Raising Kids Who Love God and Share Their Faith

10 Ways to Raise the Spiritual Temperature of Your Church

"When you find yourself leading a lukewarm body, there are some things you must do to change the game."

Building Better Partnerships

Brad Lomenick: Want to grow your organization, product or initiative? Cultivate the fine art of colloaboration.

Maximize Your Best Resource

Bobby Gruenewald: "Ninety percent of the people who visit a church for the first time go because a friend invited them."

3 Books That Shape My Ministry

Dan Kimball: "What I love about books is that they make us feel we are not alone on this mission."

Are You Scaring Off First-Time Guests?

Tim Peters offers a list of three common mistakes churches often make with first-time guests.

Idea Shaping: From Brainstorm to Reality

Experts offer practical solutions for implementing great ideas.