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There’s No Contradiction Between God’s Empowerment and Our Efforts to Battle Sin

The Christian life is not a choice between loving and trusting Jesus, and making an effort to avoid temptation and sin. It is not either/or—it is both/and.

Worth the Cost: The Challenges and Joys of Church Multiplication

The joy of reproduction multiplies exponentially when we release leaders and see their kingdom impact ripple into new communities.

Mark Sayers: The False Promise of Platforms

A platform society equates visibility with influence. But it doesn’t really align with the kingdom of God mentality.

Redefining Our Multisite Churches During the Pandemic

While the megachurch trend has begun to wane, the multisite model has been exploding. This is a testament to the effect that the “Three...

The Decision Whether or Not to Reopen Is Not a Litmus Test of Faith

What does drinking have to do with reopening the church? Since this is already a divisive conversation, I will just go ahead and make...

7 New Disruptive Trends That Will Shape the Future of the Church

Crisis is not just a disrupter, it's an accelerator.

10 Things I Learned During the Pandemic

Let's take some time to reflect before we go back to business as usual.

Messy as We Are, the Church Is Jesus’ Plan A

The church is the means by which Jesus has chosen to fulfill his plans.

Prayer Is Joining a Conversation Already in Progress

Michael Kelley: God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit are already in constant dialogue about you and me.

9 Things to Consider as You Plan to Reopen Your Church

How to approach a new season with boldness, creativity and innovation

A Pastoral Response to Concerns That You’re Talking Too Much About Race

What a crazy time to be a pastor! Before the horrific events of the last few weeks, there was already a myriad of memes...