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The Origin of Everything

Until we recognize the authority of a God who not only creates but also defines, we will chase after the wind.

Acts Full Gospel Church of God in Christ: Back to Basics

Every Saturday church members divided up and spread out across Oakland, California, returning to a tried-and-true evangelism method of knocking on doors.

Aging Well in the Faith

Physically, we can live 40 days without food and three days without water, but only seconds without breathing. Spiritually, we can do no better.

Why It’s a Good Thing We’re a Work in Progress

Though our ministry work is never done, God uses it to complete us.

What Do People Need From Preachers?

The people who come to our churches are spiritually starving, and our primary task is helping them get to know God.

9 Things a Messy Church Building Says

There is a danger of sending the wrong message to guests when a church gets too comfortable with the status quo.

Preparing Kids for College to Challenge Their Faith

The college environment is often hostile to childhood faith, so how do we prepare kids to leave college with their faith intact?

9 Surprising Challenges You’ll Face When Your Church Grows

Growth is something we're all pursuing, but it comes with its own unique challenges.

6 Things Leaders Hate Doing (But Need to Do Anyway)

These aspects of leadership may not be fun or exciting, but paying attention to them is essential to success as a leader.

When It’s Time to Stop Forgiving a Leader’s Weakness

Leaders are human and there are many times when forgiveness is appropriate. But sometimes further action is necessary.

7 Fundamental Traits of Healthy Churches

When I reviewed several model churches, I discovered that healthy churches have these traits in common.