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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.

How Pressure Builds Leaders

Why pressure is something you should run toward, not away from.

14 Reasons to Prioritize Taking Your Staff Offsite

Why the Effort is Worth It

The Tale of Two Fathers

Which father do you think will produce more well-behaved children? As these children grow into adults, which group will be more likely to struggle with broken relationships, need endless hours of therapy, and endure pain-filled lives?

What Does a Lazy Leader Look Like?

Whoever is lazy regarding his work is also a brother to the master of destruction. Proverbs 18:9

Michelle Sanchez: A New Kind of Discipleship

Dismantling racism is a matter of discipleship.

6 Steps to Solidify Your Church’s Sending Culture

Encourage your members to engage not just their neighborhood and city, but the world. Help your members learn and develop key missionary skills that are available to all believers.

Finding the Strength to Stay

In today’s current ministry climate, the stress can feel as if it is ushering us out the church door. You may be familiar with the feeling—a hidden place where walking away feels not just like an option but the preferred option.

9 Warning Signs Your Hormones Are Hijacking Your Leadership

How many of these chronic anxiety markers are in your life?