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Why Leaders Lead With Prayer

Imagine attempting to lead without strength, without guidance, and without defense. Personally, I would consider it both terrifying and utterly futile.

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

How to Boost Your Consistency in Bible Reading

3 techniques that will help you build the discipline of getting in the Word.

Planting It Forward

How the Advance Initiative is mobilizing Indian American church planters.

Why You Should Do a Survey of Your Church

6 reasons to get to know the people of your church better

3 Assurances When You Cannot Pray

There are times when all we can muster are wordless groans. Take comfort that God hears even these prayers.

The Realities That Come With Change

4 things to expect during times of transition

11 Leadership Mistakes That Can Sabotage Your Ministry

Avoid making these mistakes at all costs, because they are particularly dangerous.

The Power of Your Example in Evangelism

Incarnational leadership is key to building evangelistic churches.

Owning Our Scars

Our scars can remind us of more than our past pain