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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

Planting a Church That Outlives Itself

The church in Antioch no longer exists, but it's legacy continues today.

Steps to Hiding God’s Word in Your Heart

Memorizing Scripture is a valuable practice that can strengthen your faith, deepen your relationship with God, and equip you to navigate life's challenges with biblical wisdom.

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?