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Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

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.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

3 Truths Straight From Scripture

No matter what yesterday held, God has new mercies for you this morning.

Who Really Gets the Glory in Church Planting?

Are we truly finding our identity in Christ, or are we finding it in what we do for him.

We Are Called to Persevere and Finish Well, to God’s Glory

Endurance requires patience, because reward for today’s right choices will come, but it may be months or years from now, or not until we leave this world.

Becoming a Leader With Actual Substance

In a world that rewards appearances, our great challenge is to become leaders of substance who can demonstrate actual strength rather than just strain.

7 Ways to Overcome the Blindness That Comes With Familiarity

Seeing your church with new eyes

America Lacks Moral Formation

Psychology has replaced morality in terms of how to raise children. While psychology is all well and good, it’s goal – and specialty – is mental health, not moral growth.

Unleash Your Youth Group

If you want to get serious about reaching your city for Christ, then you must get serious about reaching the young.

3 Ways We Unintentionally ‘Play God’ in Missions

Why our best intentions in serving overseas don’t always bear good fruit.