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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.

5 Symptoms of Religion (Without the Gospel)

Do a quick check to see if any of these attitudes are sneaking in to your heart.

Why You Can’t ‘Chase Two Rabbits’ in Ministry

Here are some common places where a divided focus hurts ministry.

Why Rachel Held Evans Mattered

Reflecting on the influence and reach of Rachel Held Evans.

The Top 10 Reasons People Leave the Church

These insights were gleaned from tracking the dechurched over several years.

3 Temptations When a Church Plant Is Stable

Sustainability in a church plant is good, right? But it comes with new challenges.

The Church in a Post-Willow Creek World

In the wake of the Willow Creek and Harvest Bible Chapel failures of leadership, we need to rethink how we "do church."

A Beautifully Wasted Life

My mentor Manley Christopher Beasley passed away with many things left unaccomplished, but he left a lasting impression on me.

Open Secrets: When I First Understood the Bible

And what has God freely given us? Open secrets about his way for us to live.