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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

5 Defining Characteristics of Great Leaders

The good news is you can grow in each of these areas to become a better leader.

15 Ways to Rise Above Our Outrage Culture

How can we be peacemakers in a culture so filled with outrage and contention?

7 Things That Are True When We Run From God

Here's what happens when we disobey what we know God is asking us to do.

What Will Healthy Churches Look Like in 10 Years?

Here are some characteristics I can project based on what we're seeing today.

5 Reasons People Drift From Church and How to Respond

Helpful responses for those who have disconnected from the church.

How We Can Rejoice Through Suffering

We don't have to pretend it doesn't hurt, but we must remember where our hope lies.

When You Envy Another Pastor’s Success

If we're honest, we too often prefer to hear bad news about people we perceive to be more successful than we are.

How Is Preaching Different From Motivational Speaking?

There are two key characteristics that set preaching apart.