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The Core of Discipleship

People make disciples. That was the charge given to us by Jesus. And disciples aren’t made at a distance.

4 Ways to Increase Your Cultural IQ

As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, it's more important than ever to recognize and appreciate the unique perspectives that different cultures bring—and to increase your cultural IQ (CQ).

Learning to Pray With the Persecuted Church

In many parts of the world, prayer is not a habit but a heartbeat. For persecuted Christians, the most persecuted religious group in the...

7 Surprising Signs Your Church Is (Finally) Reaching Unchurched People

When unchurched people start showing up at your church, things change. Here are some signs you're reaching the unchurched.

5 Daily Practices To Gain Wisdom In Human Nature

When you understand why people do what they do, you are better able to effectively lead them.

Leadership Development Leads to Multiplication

Churches that multiply do not see their volunteers as hirelings to carry out grunt work so that the pastors can do the real work...

Connecting Students to Ministry: What’s Trending in Seminary Education

"We have multiple, full-time staff members whose job it is to build a network of churches as well as other ministries."

5 Reasons Most Churches Don’t Reach College Students

College students are largely unreached and hold the potential to be church leaders. So why aren't more churches reaching out?

5 Ways to Avoid Becoming a Defensive Leader

Every leader faces times when criticism makes us defensive. Understanding your brain will help you respond better.

5 Steps to Restore Your Staff to Full Health

Every team, no matter how healthy, can benefit from these processes that will help you pursue and maintain a healthy team.

Why Forgetting Is NOT the Key to Forgiveness

We're told to forgive and forget, but reframing our negative experiences in light of the gospel is where true healing lies.