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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...

What to Do When You Feel Stuck as a Leader

We're all meant to keep growing. Here are some steps you can take when you feel like you've plateaued.

An Unlikely Partnership: Mainline Church and Evangelical Church Plant

A historic church in Cleveland has been resurrected through a merger with a church plant.

Dealing With the Biggest Leadership Flaw

Leaders must say what they mean, and mean what they say.

5 Suggestions When Obedience Is Costly

Remember these things when obedience is painful.

Is There a Grain of Truth in Every Criticism?

How should leaders respond to criticism that seems unmerited?

5 Small Habits That Make You a Better Leader

These habits may seem obvious at face value, but we have to constantly remind ourselves to follow through with them.

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.