Features

Take a Tech Break

Try consciously counting how many times you reach for [your phone] even in a single hour.

When ‘Equipping’ Isn’t Enough

If our churches’ equipping efforts stop at ‘learn, repeat,’ essentially, we are training parrots.

Kyle Strobel: Power in Weakness

“Christians should become powerful Christians. But it’s only ever a power made perfect in our weakness, and it’s only ever a power that comes from God.”

Activating Everyday Missionaries in Your Church

Made for More—Shift 4: From More Hierarchy to More Missionaries

5 Big Ideas That Will Improve Your Preaching

Ultimately, the Holy Spirit is the one who moves hearts, but here are ways to communicate his message better.

How to Get Your New Ministry Year Off to a Good Start

These seven ideas will strengthen you and your ministry team at the start of a new year.

Why We Ask Too Little of Followers of Christ

Are we asking too little of the followers of Christ in our churches?

7 People Leaders Need in Their Corner

Leadership can be lonely, but it doesn't have to be if you cultivate these strategic relationships.

Steve Jobs and Our Need of a Good Father

Steve Jobs' failure as a father underscores our need for a Father who is perfect and chooses us.

The Informal Economy of Church Planting

The informal (System D) economy has a lot to teach us about leading church planting movements.

7 Common Excuses for Not Heeding God’s Call

Here are the most common excuses I've heard or used myself and how to overcome them.