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Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

The Easter Illusion

Easter exposes the gap between attendance and belonging, between membership and engagement, between connection and discipleship.

3 Reasons to Be Bold in Sharing the Gospel

Jesus accomplished more than simply our salvation on the cross.

3 Keys to Any Successful Organization

One goal of a team could be to balance the strengths of the team members around each of these, so the team is always starting, maintaining, and finishing.

3 Truths Straight From Scripture

No matter what yesterday held, Truths Straight From Scripture remind us that 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 as we persevere and finish well, but it may be months or years from now, or not until we leave this world.

Becoming a Leader With Substance

In a world that rewards appearances, the great challenge is to become a leader with 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, shaping moral formation 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.