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Meet the Moment

If people lose courage in the face of pressure to compromise the Bible, it’s our job to help them stand firm.

Quay Church: Sled Dogs Over Show Dogs

The area’s unique demographics—theme park employees, young professionals, retirees and tourism workers—have led to a congregation with an eclectic mix of people.

Souls Settled, Hands Moving: Joy and Urgency in Following Jesus

Don’t just find joy in what God does through you. Find joy in what He’s done for you. Results may rise and fall. Attendance fluctuates. Seasons change.

How to Remove the Obstacles to Your Team’s Success

How do you get your team members deeply engaged in your mission?

Holy Margin

How to create space for new and innovative ideas.

5 Things I Do Before I Preach

Here's how I prepare myself to make much of God.

7 Pitfalls New Pastors Must Avoid

Keep an eye on these things during the pivotal first six months of a new ministry.

4 Outreach Efforts That Are Working for Local Churches

These innovative outreach ideas are gaining traction in several churches.

How to Make It as a Bi-Vocational Pastor

Here are the skills a bi-vocational pastor needs.

What You Believe Matters More Than You Realize

We all have barriers to belief that keep us paralyzed.

Letting Go of a Defeatist Theology

We can't give in to a fatalistic acceptance of church decline.