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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.

Why There’s Never Been a Better Time for Church Mergers

The digital age has made mergers easier, faster and more accessible.

Beauty and Pain in Ministry

Navigating the Ups and Downs of Serving Christ’s Church

Thinking Smaller

4 Leaders Reflect on How 2020 Changed the Scorecard for the Church

A Relentless Grace

Seeking out others to receive what we have experienced ourselves.

Why Children Are More Than the Future

Kids Are Not Just the Church of Tomorrow

10 Powerful Quotes for Your Leadership Toolbox

Helping you reframe the challenges you face

Preaching Hope in the Midst of Despair

“We preach Christ. … God’s power and God’s wisdom” (1 Cor. 1:23–24). Rick Warren says a lot of what pastors are feeding their people is...