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Openhanded: Matters of the Heart and the Bank Account

There are so many things that seem to beg for our resources. So what kind of mindset must we have if we are to not only be generous, but joyfully generous?

When Speaking Truth in Love Isn’t Easy

Never deliver a difficult message fueled by emotion. Preparation, not emotion, is what will strengthen your courage and help you realize positive and productive results.

Lebanon Baptist Church: A Sweet Way to Serve

Churches seem to have an expectation that people need to come to us. We need to change that paradigm.

Incarnation: The Biology of Christmas

From the Archives: The virgin birth contradicts the laws of science. But our faith rests on the miracle of the incarnation.

Showing Honor to the Overlooked

From the beginning, Christianity has stood out for the honor it shows all people.

Why Christmas Is Rough on Pastors

11 good reasons to pray for your pastors during this season

Being an Outreach-Focused Church During Christmas

Many churches say they're focused on reaching the unreached, but often they're just reaching the already convinced.

3 Truths About Extravagant Generosity

A gift that taught me about the incredible possibilities of unexpected generosity.

Why We Need Each Other

Why we can't thrive alone.

Why an Affair Involving a Pastor Is Not Simply an Affair

When an "affair" is really abuse.