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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.

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.