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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.

Does Your Church Have a Clear Strategic Plan for the Future?

8 ways to determine if your church has a clear vision and direction

Everyday Grace

The simple rhythms of serving the ones with whom we live

3 Key Facets of a Vision From God

Recognizing the hallmarks of a Spirit-inspired vision

When Godly People Have Mental Health Struggles

Insights on anxiety, depression and the Christian life from the story of Elijah

3 Ways to Recover From the Emotional Exhaustion of Ministry

"God created you with emotions, and he wants you to be real, to let your emotions out by expressing them to him."

How to Make Your New Year’s Resolutions Stick

Before you embark on your New Year's resolutions, take a look at these tips for making them stick.

When Bible Reading Doesn’t Go According to Plan

Even when you feel like you're getting nothing from it, it's feeding you and changing you.

Teach Me How to Give

7 keys for helping your congregation catch the vision of sacrificial giving.