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A Sanctifying Space

The local church does not simply occupy space. Rather, it makes place.

Beyond Burnout: Finding God in the Ashes

Where you are burned out, and you’re just desperately craving some real comfort, Jesus breaks himself into a feast for you, so that you can savor and taste and see that the Lord is good, and your heart can burn with hope within you again.

Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry

Putting evangelism at the center of your disciple-making strategy is the game-changer.

How to Prepare for a Revival

America needs another spiritual awakening and the church needs revival. Here's some background history on revivals to inform your prayers today.

How to Activate People’s Gifts and Calling

How to identify, develop and activate the gifts of the people in your church so they can pursue their passions and calling

Why Church Revitalization Leaders Must Take Risks

Church revitalization is not for the faint of heart, but without a courageous leader a church will fade.

How to Handle the ‘Scandalous’ Parts of the Bible

Instead of glossing over or explaining away the difficult parts of Scripture, what if we accepted that the truth is often messy?

6 Leaders: How Can the Church Engage Culture?

Six church leaders comment on the pressing issues of how we restore our credibility and reach a post-evangelical, polarized culture.

What You Don’t Know About Your Church’s Past Can Kill You

Many pastors begin new assignments and get blindsided by unforeseen issues. These simple questions can help you avoid that.

3 Lies That Hinder Your Effectiveness

Here are lies that I have fought regularly, along with some encouragement the Lord has given me related to each one.

5 Ways to Connect With Unchurched People

Looking for ways to talk about your faith with the unchurched and non-believers? Here are five simple ways.