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Creating Great Church Guest First Impressions

How you treat people who are new to your church can be the difference between your church growing or getting stuck.

Rediscover the Wonder of Christmas

Many years before the birth of Jesus Christ, God becoming a child, there was a prophecy in Isaiah 9:2, 6­­–7 that declared the coming of this child as the hope and wonder of this world.

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.

No Longer Christian

Why People Are Leaving the Faith and How We Can Respond

6 Ways I’m Responding to People Leaving the Church

Finding better approaches to address the COVID exodus from the church.

Reaching People All Over the World Through the Web

How digital platforms and social media are playing an increasing role in spreading the gospel.

You Might Be Reading the Bible the Wrong Way

Not every verse has a direct takeaway, but that's OK. Here's why. (Look for Paauw's article on Bible engagement in the Mar/Apr issue of Outreach magazine.)

W. Jay Moon and W. Bud Simon: Effective Intercultural Evangelism

Sharing the Gospel with a Multicultural Society

How We Unintentionally Stunt Church Kids’ Growth

When we protect our kids from every type of risk, we inhibit their growth.

Why Your Current Attendance Is the New Normal

6 reasons the people who left aren’t coming back

When You as the Leader Are the Obstacle

7 questions to ask yourself when you’re resisting change