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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.

6 Reasons Longer Sermons Are Not Better

If you can't do it in 30, you probably can't do it better in 60.

Outreach 100 Consortium: What I’m Learning

Outreach 100 pastors share their thoughts on church growth, discipleship, outreach and faithful ministry.

Why Do We Avoid Planting Churches?

There are at least four factors that contribute to a lack of church planting vision in our churches.

How the Web Is Dulling Your Leadership

Why too much of what you want is a bad thing.

How We Shape Culture

Reaching our culture is just as important as ministry inside the church's walls.

How to Create Entry Points for Visitors

Attending a church for the first time can be intimidating. Here are ways to ease vistors' transition.

Brandt Jean and the Complexity of Forgiveness

Does forgiveness preclude feeling pain or seeking justice?

How Leadership Stress Affects Your Brain

And how to fix it.