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Perfectly Imperfect Churches

Most of the great breakthroughs and innovative ideas are a result of problems being viewed not as a problem to solve, but an opportunity to make things better.

Nigerian Church Promotes a Deeper Christian Life

A. Larry Ross, who traveled the world for nearly 34 years as personal media spokesman for evangelist Billy Graham, says the new epicenter for evangelism is the Global South and Nigerian evangelist William Kumuyi as the pastor of “the largest church of which most American Christians have never heard.”

Are We in the Midst of a Gen Z Awakening?

It’s not polished or loud, but if you listen closely, from university chapels in the U.S. to underground house churches in the Middle East, you’ll hear it: a hunger for truth, a yearning for something real.

4 Characteristics of the Greatest Church Leaders

What the best leaders do

Why Now Is Not the Time to Preach in Neutral

We're living in a cultural climate that requires clarity from preachers.

Can We Get a Do-Over?

"Taking time to name what you experienced last year is a worthy investment."

7 Prayers Pastors Are Praying for Their Churches in the New Year

Pastors' heartfelt desires for their churches

The Most Important Attributes Strong Leaders Share

7 characteristics of the best leaders

Why We Need to Persevere in Reaching the Next Generation

Laying a solid foundation for the next generation

How Reading Through the Bible Has Shaped My Life as a Pastor

I made a commitment in college to read 10 chapters a day. Here's how that has informed my pastoral ministry.

7 Steps for Agile Leadership in Ever-Changing Conditions

A step-by-step guide to leading effective change and becoming a more agile leader