Features

The Easter Illusion

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

Living and Leading Above the Warning Signs

We can’t lead well from last year’s spiritual fuel. We need a fresh touch from God today.

A Personal Approach to Go and Make Disciples in 2026

Let’s face it: If our people who are believers can’t clearly articulate the basics of the gospel, we must be teaching them something else as more important.

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 great church members.

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

10 Things You Need to Know About the Future of Work at Church

The future of work at church is changing rapidly due to remote work and digital communications, but the yearning for in-person connections remains strong, making the church a vital place for community.

A 60-Second Gospel

In this video, I present the gospel in one minute to make it simple. Watch and share with anyone who needs to hear it!