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Created for Relationships

There’s something about community—the relationships, the sense of belonging, the support and encouragement, the sympathy and understanding—that deepens our lives and anchors our souls.

How a Simple Habit Can Reset Your Soul

Meditating on God’s Word every day corrects my thinking, convicts my heart, and shapes my theology. It’s the plumb line for what I believe, how I live, and the Gospel I preach.

Amy Orr Ewing: A ‘Quiet Revival’

Our congregations need to be equipped to meet the moment in the culture, so that they are ready to lead people to Jesus.

How to Love Other Christians When We Don’t Agree

As a second generation Filipino-American I am very aware of my “otherness”—whether it’s at church on Sunday which includes a 30-minute worship set with...

13 Common Mistakes Made When Looking for a New Ministry Role

Most of us change places of ministry during our career. I realize, of course, that making changes now during COVID may seem unwise, but...

Auditing Your Various Ministries Going Forward

We cannot eliminate uncertainty. In this season of ministry, we can only address what is known. When it comes to the number of volunteers...

The Refinery: A Replant for a Rural Industrial Community

Robinson, Illinois, is a unique town of about 8,000 people. Rural, but defined by industry, Robinson is about 40 minutes away from the next...

Pivot Your Church Calendar Planning

For many churches, planning for the year is a big deal and requires a lot of time plus energy. If you or your church...

Why I Stopped Worrying About Losing My Salvation

The question “Can I lose my salvation?” is one of the biggest questions I wrestled with when I first became a Christian. I loved...

What’s Next for the Church as Attendance Declines?

As you know, long before COVID, it was already difficult to get people to attend weekend church services. Travel sports, weekends away, the death of...

4 Ways to Keep Your Emotions In Check as a Leader

One of the greatest strengths a leader can posses is his (or her) ability keep his emotions in check, to stop reacting. However, when...