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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

More Than Finding Common Ground

No matter which generation we’re sharing the gospel with, the message does not change. The gospel that the apostles delivered in the first century is still the one being shared today.

How to Encourage Generosity Toward Missions in Your Church

An approach for cultivating a culture of generosity

Our Longing to Go Home Will Be Ultimately Fulfilled on the New Earth

On the New Earth, we’ll at last be at home with the God we love and who loves us wholeheartedly.

What Types of People Help Build a Growing Church?

As a pastor, I have noticed some trends among church people who help move the church forward. The following is a list of characteristics of those type of people.

4 Things That Keep Christians from Sharing the Gospel

And one eternally compelling reason to overcome them.

Do You Count Attendance or the Number Sent Out?

How focused is your church on planting a vision in people’s hearts, providing training, and inspiring them to go and change the world? How many people in your church have launched out in either full-time ministry, or are doing serious ministry outside their normal day job?

The Real Work

We must take responsibility for our part in God’s mission, of course, but let’s never forget that the real work is God’s work.

Healing Our Wounds

What Our Bodies Can Teach Us About Christian Community