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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.

5 Simple Steps to Better Preaching

These tips will help you think through and deliver your sermons in a way that draws listeners closer to Christ.

7 Intangibles of Church Revitalization

Church revitalization is a lofty and noble goal. Here are qualities you will need to draw upon to lead this change.

What’s the Essential Element of Salvation That We’re Missing?

We’ve gotten salvation all wrong; let’s reclaim the heart of Christian discipleship.

What Is the Role of Apologetics in Evangelism?

Christians have used apologetics to support faith throughout the history of Christianity, but what is the greatest apologetic?

What Are the Qualifications of a Leader?

The saying 'God doesn’t call the qualified; he qualifies the called,' might be an oversimplification. Here's why.

5 Trends That Are Shaping the Future of the Church

LifeWay hears from about 250,000 congregations each year. These are the trends that we are seeing emerge.

10 Steps Pastors Can Take to Beat Stress

Is stress making you listless, unmotivated and mentally distracted? Here are 10 ways you can reduce the stress in your life.

How to Preach When You Can’t Please Everyone

Any preacher who's preached a number of sermons will tell you you can't please everyone. So how do you keep preaching?