Ruth Haley Barton: Saved by Rest
God, who knows us best, has given us the Sabbath as a gift.
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Going Beyond Cosmetic Changes
A new church sign is not going to reverse the decline in attendance.
You Need to Hear (and Share) These Life-Giving Truths
I once had a pastor say, “Ron, you’re a giant killer!” He encouraged me to kill giants for the Kingdom of God. It changed the trajectory of my life. I possibly wouldn’t be serving the church as I am today without those words. They came at just the right time in my life.
Sharing the Gospel Helps Teens Grow in Their Faith
From early on, my son and daughter were equipped to share the Gospel. Articulating it consistently has helped them improve their communication skills as they interact with others.
Can We Make Evangelism Enjoyable?
When the church has been the most focused on reaching people, it has also been the most creative. Discover how making evangelism enjoyable can lead to greater creativity.
Grieving With Those Who Grieve
In the sensitive moments soon after a tragedy, it is important we remember as churches we exist to live out the mission of Jesus to seek and save that which is lost.
6 Mainstays for Leaders
You don’t need anyone’s permission to rest, but that’s not the problem. But, unfortunately, we often don’t permit ourselves to rest. Is that a struggle for you?
Steven Curtis Chapman: Still Singing Until the Father Says ‘Come Home’
Chapman encouraged Christians to seek Jesus, because life apart from him will lead hopelessness and utter darkness.
Providing Pastoral Care in Growing Church Plants
When pastoral care must come from someone other than the pastor
The Church and the Creative Soul
It is important to drink from deep wells, expanding your own tastes and horizons of thought and emotion.
