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When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

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.

Who Are Your Twelve?

How did Jesus spend his time? When considering Jesus’ ministry, it’s easy to picture him preaching to crowds, performing miracles and healing the sick. However, a closer look at the Gospels reveals that three-fourths of his emphasis was on training his disciples.

2024 Amplify Conference: Ed Stetzer on 4 Visions for Evangelism

Outreach editor-in-chief opens Amplify Conference with an update from the 4th Lausanne Congress and a charge to make evangelism primary in our lives.

Running on Empty: Stop Burnout Before It Starts

Don’t wait until you’re concerned about your health, disengaged from your family or resentful toward your congregants to make a change.

Avoid These Common Mistakes When Planning Staff Retreats

Here are mistakes I've made in the past along with some solutions.

The Way Many Christians Pray

We pray for families only when we hear there’s a problem.

All Together Now

We are the family of God. Let’s act like it and shine the light of Jesus through our example.

A Framework for Thriving Churches

The need to focus on cultivating the flourishing of our people and ensuring that our churches are truly thriving has never been more critical.

6 Questions to Answer Before Going Multisite

Thinking about going multisite? Make sure you know the answer to these questions.