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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

Mary Had a Voice

As we enter the holiday season and once again take the opportunity to contemplate the coming of Christ, may I encourage you to listen to the spoken words of Mary recorded in the Bible.

3 Ways to Create a Welcoming Environment for Visitors

How do you welcome people who feel like outsiders?

What the Most Evangelistic People Do

9 traits of people who regularly share their faith

What We Believe About the Bible

To embrace the Bible’s authority means that it is our source of bedrock truth.

The Benefits of Collaborative Leadership

6 ways plurality serves the church

Where Do New Christians Begin?

As leaders, our purpose and calling is clear, and it’s our responsibility to help new and growing believers discover their contribution to others according to God’s plan.

8 Reasons Why People Aren’t Coming Back After Christmas

Guest experience pitfalls: It's about the details ...

Rediscovering the Living Hope of Advent

What does it mean to be born to a living hope?