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Openhanded: Matters of the Heart and the Bank Account

There are so many things that seem to beg for our resources. So what kind of mindset must we have if we are to not only be generous, but joyfully generous?

When Speaking Truth in Love Isn’t Easy

Never deliver a difficult message fueled by emotion. Preparation, not emotion, is what will strengthen your courage and help you realize positive and productive results.

Lebanon Baptist Church: A Sweet Way to Serve

Churches seem to have an expectation that people need to come to us. We need to change that paradigm.

Who Are Your Twelve?

How did Jesus spend his time? When considering Jesus’ ministry, it’s easy to picture him preaching to crowds, performing miracles and healing the sick. However, a closer look at the Gospels reveals that three-fourths of his emphasis was on training his disciples.

2024 Amplify Conference: Ed Stetzer on 4 Visions for Evangelism

Outreach editor-in-chief opens Amplify Conference with an update from the 4th Lausanne Congress and a charge to make evangelism primary in our lives.

Running on Empty: Stop Burnout Before It Starts

Don’t wait until you’re concerned about your health, disengaged from your family or resentful toward your congregants to make a change.

Avoid These Common Mistakes When Planning Staff Retreats

Here are mistakes I've made in the past along with some solutions.

The Way Many Christians Pray

We pray for families only when we hear there’s a problem.

All Together Now

We are the family of God. Let’s act like it and shine the light of Jesus through our example.

A Framework for Thriving Churches

The need to focus on cultivating the flourishing of our people and ensuring that our churches are truly thriving has never been more critical.

6 Questions to Answer Before Going Multisite

Thinking about going multisite? Make sure you know the answer to these questions.