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When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Worth the Cost: The Challenges and Joys of Church Multiplication

The joy of reproduction multiplies exponentially when we release leaders and see their kingdom impact ripple into new communities.

Do You Know What Refreshes, Refuels and Restores You?

Are you intentional about rest and recovery?

5 Reasons Consumer Church Members Leave

Why some of your members are taking off

Why Kids and Youth Ministries Drift from Jesus

Three ways ministries can subtly drift from the gospel

God Knows Exactly What You Need

What we truly need is often different than what we think we need.

Avoiding the Biggest Mistake Church Leaders Will Make in 2021

Five things that you’ll miss if you step back into the past when you step back into your building.

The Story Behind the Story

A tribute to longtime Outreach magazine editor Jim Long who passed away on Friday, April 30, 2021

A Small Church Revitalization Story

How Northwest Church in Mt. Prospect came back to life