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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.

Adding to Multiply

God is the One who is responsible for all the growth, whether addition or multiplication, but he delights in using his people to serve others and impact the world.

Mark DeYmaz: When Actions Speak Louder

What we say about Jesus means very little apart from meaningful action that represents him well.

Why Jesus Is Key to Kingdom Thinking and Church Planting

The life of Jesus is the key to our missional mindset and discipleship practices as a church.

The Beauty of Declining Invitations

Sometimes you immediately know you should say no. In that case, a firm but gracious no is appropriate. It may feel awkward, but that uncomfortable emotion will quickly pass.

Report: What We Know About the Post-COVID Church

Church leaders were of one mind in regard to the Catch-22 COVID presented. No matter what they did, what they said, or how they responded, someone was going to be angry or upset and leave.

Evangelistic Again

How Our Church Is Returning to Its Missional Roots

Every Word Inspired

The Bible reveals God’s plan for redeeming his people. The story has ups and downs, unexpected plot twists, failures and successes. It’s not G-rated, and all the characters are flawed, with one exception—Jesus.

Alan Briggs: Is Bigger Actually Better?

A larger church can have a bigger impact, but that isn’t a given. So, is having a larger church really better?

The Surprising Reward of ‘Risk’

God can use your earnest desires to take risks in faith to accomplish his will for you.

What a Pastor Thinks About Sunday Mornings

It’s sometimes hard to worship when I’m thinking through my sermon. That’s why I especially appreciate worship that draws me to the Lord above everything else.