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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

10 Reasons Smart Pastors Fail

Destructive behaviors that undermine the work of ministry leaders.

What If We Just Did What God Has Asked Us to Do?

The trip to the Himalayan mountains that changed the trajectory of David Platt's life.

How to Defuse a Tense Conversation

7 guidelines for deescalating a tension-filled conversation

Future Now—Lead With Humility

We need a posture of learning and humility, perhaps in a way we never have had in our lifetimes.

The Real Competition for the Local Church

We're not competing against the things we think we are for people's time and attention.

How to Overcome Fear in a Healthy Way

I’ve watched fear keep many people from achieving all God would have them achieve. Rather than assume the risk required to pursue their dreams;...

What to Do While We Wait for the Election Results

3 brief thoughts in the wake of the election

The Dilemma of Social Media and the Church

Insights from 'The Social Dilemma' documentary on Netflix