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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

How to Handle Governance in Multisite Churches

These boards do not micromanage the day-to-day operation of the church but instead focus on ministry ends, not ministry means. The senior pastor’s role is to lead the board and be accountable to it.

Loving Your Imperfect Community

We find Christ in the midst of our humanity, struggles and imperfections as we come together in community.

Why We Need to Think Like Missionaries

This is not our home. Our culture is a mission field, and we must see ourselves as people on mission.

In Their Blindness, They Miss the Gospel

The enemy has been messing with millions without Christ, and this has left them far removed from the childlike way they entered this world.

Exceeding Expectations

What protocols can we put into place to ensure that no visitor ever sits alone?

4 Keys to Successful Delegation

Delegation is necessary for your growth and the growth of others. So how do you do it well?

When the Perfect Quiet Time Doesn’t Happen

Your coffee may be cold. You may not have your full allotted 30 minutes. You might find time in the carpool lane instead of first thing in the morning.

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.