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Scott McConnell: The State of Discipleship

Discover where disciples in your church are in their journey. Then design paths to encourage progress toward biblical outcomes.

The Deity of Christ is the Heart of the Gospel

People had only to look at Jesus to see God.

The Easter Illusion

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

How to Develop a Healthy Multicultural Team

The four phases multicultural teams go through

10 Promising Bible Verses for Families Facing Hard Times

When facing difficult times, find strength and hope with these 10 promising bible verses for families facing hardship.

Lecrae: Reconstructing Faith

"I think there is a healthy way to deconstruct, but I am not talking about getting rid of Jesus. I'm talking about getting rid of the things that are more cultural than Christian to get closer to Jesus," says Lecrae about reconstructing faith.

You’re Already a Missionary

No matter your credentials, there are only two things you need to do.

Churches Are Receiving Less of Total Charitable Giving

Churches are receiving less of the total charitable giving. Overall, charitable giving is on the rise in the United States, but churches are receiving a smaller and smaller portion due to a variety of factors. The bottom line is simple: People who give see the church as merely one option among many places to give.

Have You Said THESE Things to Say to Your Pastor?

To be sure, most pastors are aware that sometimes remarks made against them are more a reflection of the person making them, and they are good natured enough to let most things roll off their backs when it comes to things to say to your pastor.

7 Ways to Ease the Transition of Successful Church Mergers

Common practices of successful church mergers that ensure a smooth transition.

Parents, Major on the Majors

Forty percent of parents are saying they are extremely/very worried about their child struggling with anxiety or depression. Another 36% are somewhat concerned. That’s three out of every four parents with mental health on their parenting radar in relation to their child.