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Acts Full Gospel Church of God in Christ: Back to Basics

Every Saturday church members divided up and spread out across Oakland, California, returning to a tried-and-true evangelism method of knocking on doors.

Aging Well in the Faith

Physically, we can live 40 days without food and three days without water, but only seconds without breathing. Spiritually, we can do no better.

Adding to Multiply

God is the One who is responsible for all the growth, whether addition or multiplication, but he delights in using his people to serve others and impact the world.

Why Better Preaching Starts With Better Reading

Preachers need input or we run dry.

Escaping the Performance Trap

We don't have to stay stuck in the endless loop of performing and pretending.

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.