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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.

5 Evangelism Tips for Your Small Group

Simple and quick exercises added to small-group meetings can encourage people to take their faith stories into the community.

Moving Beyond Compassion Fatigue

We're bombarded daily by appeals from people in need. It's important that we take steps to stave off compassion fatigue.

When God Isn’t Answering Your Prayers

4 questions to ask when you feel like he is silent.

From Distraction to Devotion

Refocusing on evangelism in a world filled with distractions.

10 Things Trending in the Church for 2022

What can we know about the coming year from this year’s data?

Rich Villodas: Deeply Formed—Part 1

“The Christian life is not just going to heaven when we die, but having the very life of Christ formed in us.”

Rich Villodas: Living in the Center of God’s Presence—Part 2

“Who we are in Christ is the most important gift we have to give.”

How to Handle Breaking News From the Pulpit

How and when should a pastor address hot topics that seem to be on the fronts of everyone’s minds?