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David Kinnaman: Start the Conversation

Church leaders must recognize that what feels hidden is actually hurting people, and that discipleship includes helping people break free from destructive patterns.

Avoid These 10 Awful Messages to Visitors

There’s no joy in sharing these stories, but there’s clarity. These experiences shine a spotlight on what must change if we truly want to be welcoming communities of grace.

The Future of Church Outreach: 3 Key Trends We Must Engage

EDITORIAL Leading Mission | Andy Cook Standing on the steps of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Hall in 1980, Graham asked his audience a pivotal question: How...

Learning Time Management From Jesus

I've learned five things about managing my time from observing Jesus' life.

4 Keys for Creating a Pastoral Support Team

Done right, a pastoral support team can help your pastor stay on track.

Why Hearing From God Is Not a Passive Exercise

How relentlessly are you seeking a word from God for your life?

5 Reasons to Plan a Getaway With Your Spouse

You'll be glad you made this investment in the health of your marriage.

The Church Inside: A New Movement in America’s Prisons

Tracking the powerful innovations that are changing the landscape of prison ministry today

8 Christian Clichés I Wish We Would Stop Using

These phrases are at best unhelpful and at worst misleading.

3 Things Emerging Leaders Need to Hear

A well-timed statement can shape the trajectory of a young person's career.

8 Steps to Optimize Your Church Website

Giving visitors a glimpse on your website of what they can expect at your church helps make them feel welcome.