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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.

What I Learned in the Painful Parts of Church Planting

God has worked in me more than he has through me. His love works within us like an explorer—or, in a way, a church planter—always seeking the places that have not yet met his healing love.

12 Keys for Planning an Exceptional Online Easter Service

How to put your best foot forward this Easter

Love When It’s Hard to Love

Where the strength comes from to love when we are wronged

7 of My Go-To Leadership Lessons

I find myself going back to these insights over and over.

How to Overcome Ministry Fatigue

4 ways to pull back before you burn out

Becoming an Encourager for Others

It is easy to lose hope. It is easy to give up. It is easy to see what isn’t. It takes courage to see what it is and can be.

7 Reasons Training Believers Overseas Is Worthwhile

The amazing things that happen when leaders commit to training overseas believers

5 Things That Will Drive Church Growth in the Post-Pandemic Future

What’s going to accelerate the growth of the future church?

What Do We Do About Church Multiplication in 2021?

What is your vision for planting this year?