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Creating Great Church Guest First Impressions

How you treat people who are new to your church can be the difference between your church growing or getting stuck.

Rediscover the Wonder of Christmas

Many years before the birth of Jesus Christ, God becoming a child, there was a prophecy in Isaiah 9:2, 6­­–7 that declared the coming of this child as the hope and wonder of this world.

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.

What Will Your Church’s Legacy Be?

An encouraging new study reveals an increase in church multiplication. Here’s what we’re learning—and how your church can be a part of this kingdom call.

A Full Circle Moment at the Asbury University Revival

There was a joy and life to it that took me back to my childhood days at county fairs. It also reawakened in me memories of tent revivals I had attended as a kid. The energy was palpable, fresh, vibrant, inviting and simple.

Alan Briggs: Practical or Spiritual?

I found myself getting swallowed by the practical and what I considered “unspiritual” tasks. Somehow I never got to the good things. I was doing subpar work, and it was wearing me down.

The Surprising Truth About World Changers

Insights from Hebrews 11

A Genuine Revival Can’t Help But Spread

As exciting as being in the chapel at Asbury University is right now, imagine what it would be like to be in the room when the hand of God literally shook the building in response to the early believers’ prayers.

What Is Happeneding at Asbury University Wasn’t Planned—Is This the Start of Widespread Revival?

Notably, there wasn’t anything flashy taking place inside Hughes Auditorium. The worship band consisted of no more than a piano, guitar, and a cajón (box drum). There were no flashy lights, song sheets, or even lyrics on a screen.

Bravery in the Face of Fear

Answering God's call to be brave

4 Everyday Actions That Can Hurt Your Church

Don’t allow all the demands on your time to crowd out time for you to invest in your continued growth as a leader.