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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.

Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

Growing the Church in a Healthy Way

An Interview With Carey Nieuwhof on ‘At Your Best’

Do Christians Have to Accept the Lesser of Two Evils?

Rediscovering the ‘Third Way’

How a Healthy Church Is Like a Healthy Body

3 Ways Your Church Can Boost Its Health

Reflections on the Legacy of Flight 93

Sacrifice, Spiritual PTSD and the Christian Life

Maintaining Your Leadership Momentum

How to Keep Time From Killing Your Motivation

Mark Batterson: Dwelling in Possibility

Through civility, service and innovation the church faces one of its greatest opportunities.

Mike Burnette: It’s Not About the Numbers

The Parable of the Pastor With the Fastest-Growing Church

How to Become a Community Pastor

7 Ways to Make a Deeper Impact on Your Town