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Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Nigerian Church Promotes a Deeper Christian Life

A. Larry Ross, who traveled the world for nearly 34 years as personal media spokesman for evangelist Billy Graham, says the new epicenter for evangelism is the Global South and Nigerian evangelist William Kumuyi as the pastor of “the largest church of which most American Christians have never heard.”

Are We in the Midst of a Gen Z Awakening?

It’s not polished or loud, but if you listen closely, from university chapels in the U.S. to underground house churches in the Middle East, you’ll hear it: a hunger for truth, a yearning for something real.

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.

Leading Solo

God has called you to the place where you are, and if he’s called you there, then he has a reason for you to be there.

How to Help a New Staff Member Get Acclimated

This article originated after I received the following message from a pastor friend: “I have a new full-time associate pastor starting next week. What suggestions...

Happiness: Good News Worth Sharing

The gospel is attacked on both fronts—on the one hand, stripped of its intrinsic happiness and on the other, stripped of its holy uniqueness and ability to deliver happiness.

Do Not Fear. Ever.

Fear of death causes bondage. It keeps people from doing bold things they should be doing. And the devil had been holding the power of death and scaring people. But through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, that power has been restored to its rightful Owner.