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David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

The Future of Church Outreach: 3 Key Trends We Must Engage

EDITORIAL Leading Mission | Andy Cook Standing on the steps of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Hall in 1980, Graham asked his audience a pivotal question: How...

Craig Springer: Listening to Proclaim—Part 1

"The megachurch era of the ’80s, ’90s and early 2000s, founded on a desire for anonymity, is shifting because people are longing to be known and seen."

Craig Springer: Belonging Is a Precursor for Belief—Part 2

"We need to be intentional about building spaces for people outside the faith to feel like they belong with this community, even if they don’t yet believe."

6 Things Believers Do that Drive Unchurched People Crazy

The most common turnoffs for non-Christians

The Blessed Life Brings Beauty and Happiness

Humility frees us to walk in the crazy happy way of love.

The Storming of the Capitol and the Crisis of Our Conscience

Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that.

Why Your Church’s Chat Box Is Essential

Reasons to have someone engaging with your online audience during your services.

7 Reasons Not to Abandon Your Online Services

Why it's a mistake to ignore your digital services when you go back to in-person gatherings

3 Simple Ways to Reach Your Neighbors

Engaging with your community begins with engaging those around you.