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Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Souls Settled, Hands Moving: Joy and Urgency in Following Jesus

Don’t just find joy in what God does through you. Find joy in what He’s done for you. Results may rise and fall. Attendance fluctuates. Seasons change.

Fight the Good Fight

Some things that happen in ministry are so absurd that if we can’t laugh, the weight will crush our soul.

5 Legit Fears of a Church Planter

Church planting comes with a lot of "what-ifs," but don't let them control your success.

The Glaring Problem with Our Prayers

Yes, pray longer. Yes, pray more frequently. But what does it matter if you pray for five minutes or ten? Once a day or twice a day?

9 Signs We Are Asleep in the Light

God has called us to wake the world to Jesus. A mission that's impossible if we're asleep in the light.

Measuring Disciple-Making

Dave Ferguson: “How do you know if what you’re doing as a leader is actually advancing the kingdom?”

What You Miss If You Quit

Brad Powell: “God’s best can be experienced in and through life’s worst.”

Maximize Your Best Resource

Bobby Gruenewald: "Ninety percent of the people who visit a church for the first time go because a friend invited them."

Why Go to a Church Service When You Can Watch Online?

Five reasons why engaging with church in person is necessary.

Jesus Doesn’t Need Twitter Followers

Brad Powell: If we're going to get our church back on mission, we have to get them actively following Jesus.