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Ministry in the Marketplace

If we want to see a church planting movement in every place and people group, we must engage with covocational leaders.

Ed Stetzer: Coming Back

We have to take a step back as we teach God’s Word, building upon the grand narrative of redemption to show how every issue dealt with in the story of God is centered in Christ.

Created for Relationships

There’s something about community—the relationships, the sense of belonging, the support and encouragement, the sympathy and understanding—that deepens our lives and anchors our souls.

5 Trends That Are Driving Deconstruction in the Church

And what do we mean when we talk about deconstruction?

Giving Everyone a Chance to Hear the Gospel

Finding common ground with people of every stripe.

Why Missionaries Need a Healthy Relationship With the Local Church—Part 1

Missionaries often look more to a mission board than to the local church, but Paul's example shows us why this shouldn't be.

How to Successfully Navigate Church Change

10 keys to recognize when leading change in a church

You Were Dead

Christianity is not a crutch. It’s a stretcher from which the dead are raised to life.

5 Small Shifts the Church Must Make to Remain Effective

The necessary changes aren’t as dramatic as we might imagine.

Tom Nelson: The Shepherding Leader

“One of the biggest things you can look for in a shepherd leader is that they are led well by the Good Shepherd.”

The Dulling of the Gospel

The danger of losing our sense of wonder as ministry becomes familiar.