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There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Worth the Cost: The Challenges and Joys of Church Multiplication

The joy of reproduction multiplies exponentially when we release leaders and see their kingdom impact ripple into new communities.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

Mile-High Multiplication

Pathak sought a solution to reestablish the church’s identity as a truly local neighbor, of and for its community. He asked himself, What would it look like for us to build what amounts to a network of churches so we could share some resources, yet still operate like local churches?

7 Tips on Tackling the Unknowns in Leadership

Communication is always important, but especially during times of unrest, confusion or chaos. When times are uncertain people become frustrated. They need to know what’s happening and what is being done to improve the situation.

How the Devil Twists the Truth to Keep Us From Praying

Here are eight true statements Satan uses to put a stop to the most powerful force in the world, the prayers of God’s people…

This Christmas, Go Old School

What I learned hosting a contemporary Christmas service that made me decide to go old school

How Caring for Creation Impacts the Least of These

The poor and their children are more likely to be displaced. Disasters, resource limitation and conflict can cause massive displacement of people within and between countries.

Yes, Even Pastors Can Take Time to Celebrate Christmas

Take some time to slow down and soak in the mystery of the Gospel. There will always be some mystery in the supernatural.

The Benefits of Conflict

A little conflict will force us to find methodologies for dealing with problems so we will not be blind-sided when major trouble arrives.

Shifting Into Overdrive

Change your role from hero to hero maker, and you immediately multiply your capacity to change the world.