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Pantano Christian Church: A Change of Life

Making people feel welcome is everyone’s job. Pantano sees a wide diversity in the congregation across nearly every demographic: ethnicity, race, socioeconomic, etc.

The Comeback Church: Seizing the Cultural Moment

Take another look at what Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.”

Who’s Up Next?

“A leader’s legacy doesn’t matter more than the legacy of Jesus Christ, so I am going to take the time it takes to pour into the next people who are going to come do what I am [doing].” —Hayden Gregory

Being Present With Those Struggling With Depression

We have a powerful example from Jesus in Luke 24.

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?