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The Narrow Path for the Long Haul

The benefits of having faith stretch far beyond a spiritual checkbox. They seep into how I handle stress, find hope, and relate to others.

Suffering From Spiritual Anemia

We need not starve our souls or allow our relationship with God through Christ to fade like the dying embers of an untended fire. We can seek the face of God.

Outreach 100 Churches on Creating a Flourishing Volunteer Culture

“Serving is not just about filling a need; it’s about inviting people into the bigger vision of following Jesus and serving in a way that allows them to use the gifts and abilities God has created them with to build his kingdom.” —Lori Newell, The Church of Eleven22

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.

How Healthy Is Your Church?

Church health never happens on accident.

How Your Church Can Advocate for Immigrants

Here are five practical ways you and your church can speak out on behalf of immigrants and refugees.

Breaking Free From the Limitations We Accept

God did not save you to tame you.

5 Signs Small Churches Are Making a Comeback

Encouraging indications that smaller churches are experiencing a renaissance.

7 Obstacles to Ministry Health

Unchecked, these seven things will keep your ministry mired in mediocrity.

What to Do With the 5 Most Difficult Types of People

Take some time to understand the motivations of these tough-to-lead personalities.

Common Myths About Pastors

Do you recognize these three frequent misperceptions of the pastoral role?