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The Origin of Everything

Until we recognize the authority of a God who not only creates but also defines, we will chase after the wind.

Acts Full Gospel Church of God in Christ: Back to Basics

Every Saturday church members divided up and spread out across Oakland, California, returning to a tried-and-true evangelism method of knocking on doors.

Aging Well in the Faith

Physically, we can live 40 days without food and three days without water, but only seconds without breathing. Spiritually, we can do no better.

Think Outside the Box: What Would God Plant?

Doing church in the traditional way may not be good enough in the mission context in which we're living.

What the Book of Proverbs Tells Us About Wisdom

Wisdom is about reality. It’s about real-life decision-making in real-life situations. And that is, indeed, a powerful thing.

Do People Want to Follow My Lead?

Followable leaders consistently invest in other people. They give real authority and responsibility as they encourage and develop other leaders. They even replace themselves in key positions.

2 Truths That Comfort Me in the Ups and Downs of Missions

God is where we go before we get there, and he will stay after we leave.

What Do Secular Studies on Happiness Have in Common with the Bible?

A naturalistic worldview that embraces randomness, ultimate meaninglessness, and survival of the fittest doesn’t lend itself to happiness.

A Closer Walk

When we are growing in faith, we hold the hand of our risen Lord. As we do this, we go where he goes. We feel what he feels. We do what he does.

What to Do When People Leave Your Church

5 tips to ease the pain of losing those in whom you’ve invested

4 Tips for Connecting With Seekers

It often feels like a shot in the dark, and some strategies end up being more effective than others.