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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.

How to Improve Your Decision-Making Ability

Leaders must make lots of decisions. Here's how to stay sharp.

Africa’s Accelerating Disciple-Making Movement

The church in Africa is mirroring the early church in innovative ways.

5 Considerations When Pastors Interrupt Their Vacations

There are certain times when an emergency calls a pastor away, but those times should be rare.

How to Stop Letting Technology Own You

Why and how I'm changing my thoughts and practices surrounding technology.

5 Ways the Church Can Address the Immigration Crisis

How the church can help our neighbors at the border.

4 Things to Remember in the Ministry Trenches

Ministry can be hard, but here are some encouragements in the midst of the battle.

7 Misconceptions About Church Ministry

Your leadership can be more effective if you stay aware of these common misconceptions.

When Metrics Become Your Master

Data is a great friend, but a horrible king.