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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.

7 Reasons Churches Need Evangelists

God gave the church the gift of evangelists because he know we would need it. Here are several reasons why.

Discipleship as Inner Healing

We who lead would do well to regularly pursue healing. We are disciples of Jesus before we are leaders of people.

Brandon Guindon: Walk With Me

You have to take that faithful step and just start with one person.

5 Ways to Deepen Your Prayer Life

What to do when you feel like your prayers are hitting the ceiling and you’re just going through the motions.

3 Fundamental Things to Remember About Evangelism

Keep These Things in Mind When You’re Sharing Your Faith

Every Culture Welcome: How Growing Churches Are Reaching Different Ethnic Groups

We believe that the church should model the ethnic diversity of the area around it.

How to Rethink Your Short-Term Trips

There is often problematic baggage that comes with traditional short-term mission trips. Here are ways to make sure your trips are having the intended effect.

Shining His Light—Just as He Did

Like Jesus, his followers are meant to light the world and to light it brightly.