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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.

10 Ways to Respond to the Reality of Church Shoppers

Church shoppers are a tough aspect of ministry. Here are some things to remember.

The Truth About Suffering

We have two options as we face the pain of our daily lives.

8 Tangible Ways to Love Your Neighbors

We take Jesus’ command to love our neighbor seriously by taking it literally.

The 5 Worst Traits in a Leader

Organizations can grow with leaders flawed in these ways, but they won't be healthy long-term.

Why Does God Let Us Keep Struggling Against Sin?

The surprising way God's love is revealed in our continued struggle with sin.

10 Funny Distractions Pastors Faced While Preaching

No one ever said that a pastor's life is boring.

Why Testimony Is the Spark of Revival

"We’re so concerned about taming our tongues that we’ve forgotten that sometimes our call is to loosen them."

6 Common Gaps Church Leaders Need to Be Aware of

These are gaps that commonly plague churches, and will plague yours if you don't keep an eye out for them.