Features

Living and Leading Above the Warning Signs

We can’t lead well from last year’s spiritual fuel. We need a fresh touch from God today.

A Personal Approach to Go and Make Disciples in 2026

Let’s face it: If our people who are believers can’t clearly articulate the basics of the gospel, we must be teaching them something else as more important.

Seeking Humility

Biblical synonyms for pride include conceit, superiority, insolence, arrogance, boasting, contempt, wrongdoing and self-centeredness.

Where Everybody Knows Somebody

Why you should think of your church as a community of communities.

Rejoice in the Church God Has Given You

Comparing your church to other churches simply for the sake of comparison only breeds jealousy and ingratitude.

Serving Both Nicodemus and the Samaritan Woman

We gravitate toward certain types of people, but Jesus gave his love and grace to both.

How You Can Be a More Approachable Pastor on Sunday Morning

5 strategies for staying connected with the people in your congregation.

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.)