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When Familiar Becomes Careless

God wants to be in a relationship with his people that’s not marked by fear but love. Not apprehension, but an appreciation of his great grace and compassion.

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.

7 Insights for Dealing With Toxic People

Tips for identifying and addressing the presence of people negatively affecting your culture.

Basking in Radical Grace

No matter what, we are always in grace.

The Largest Group of People Many Churches Are Missing

A dramatic shift is occurring in the American workplace to which the church would do well to pay attention.

The Pitfalls of Copying a Megachurch

To copy an idea, you have to understand why it's a good one.

3 Keys to Developing Your People

Being a good human capital developer is an important, but often neglected, leadership skill.

Why Being Pro-Life Is About More Than Being Anti-Abortion

Everyone at every age from womb to tomb deserves dignity and respect.

7 Things I Miss About Church Planting

Here are ways the experience of planting a church is different than leading an established church.

The Crisis in Syria and Caring for the Persecuted Church

How should we respond to crises involving the global persecuted church?