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Loving and Listening to Doubters

Over the past decade of setting tables where skeptics and churchgoers sit side by side, I’ve gathered a few hard-earned insights about the art of loving those who see the world differently.

5 Innovative Ministries Shaping the Future Church

The following ministry snapshots are just a few of the examples of innovative ministries that are working well. Whether you’re a pastor, church leader or an everyday disciple looking to reach your neighborhood, we hope their stories will inspire you to innovate in your own ways.

What I Learned in the Painful Parts of Church Planting

God has worked in me more than he has through me. His love works within us like an explorer—or, in a way, a church planter—always seeking the places that have not yet met his healing love.

10 Ways to Recruit Workers in Your Church

These strategies will help you activate the gifts of the members of the body in your church.

The Key to Spiritual Growth

Obedience is the road to fruitfulness.

Trends in New Hispanic Church Plants

As with most other church plants, new Hispanic church works see exponential growth during the first few years.

7 Characteristics of Constructive Criticism

Here are some ways to determine if criticism is actually constructive.

Do What You Can With Whatever You Have

When you feel like you have nothing to offer, remember the story of Mary.

When It Comes to Discipleship, Think Small

We can leave a lasting legacy by focusing on raising up disciples and young leaders.

How to Get Ready to Plant a Church During Seminary

Planning to plant a church? Here are some things to consider.

Valuing Convictions Over Opinions

We can get opinions from anyone, but only convictions from God truly matter.