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David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

The Future of Church Outreach: 3 Key Trends We Must Engage

EDITORIAL Leading Mission | Andy Cook Standing on the steps of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Hall in 1980, Graham asked his audience a pivotal question: How...

Evangelism and Costly Discipleship

Following Christ is costly, but worth it.

Alan Briggs: Why Busy Isn’t Best

If we’re going to slow down and become more present to families, teams and congregations, we must make a shift from an efficiency mindset to an effectiveness mindset.

Leading—and Pastoring—With a Limp

The arrows often come from formerly close friends. It’s the “kiss” of a Judas that’s distinctly painful. Betrayal hurts deeply.

Are We Living by Faith or Feelings?

Freeing your faith from the tyranny of emotions

3 Ways to Still Have a Team After Christmas

Let’s surprise our team with a personal touch and an attitude of gratitude this holiday season.

Courage to Defend Your Ideas

Wherever you are or whatever you do, creative change is going to ruffle a few feathers. Perhaps more accurately, it’s going to drive some folks absolutely nuts.

Learning to Abide With Jesus

Being Present in Your Prayer Time

What Does It Mean to Have Childlike Faith?

Cultivating the Kind of Faith That Leads to the Kingdom