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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.

3 Reminders That Your Calling Is Not an Accident

Ministry in the local church can at times be discouraging. Here are three reminders that you're right where God wants you.

Equipping Lifelong Learners: What’s Trending in Seminary Education

Leaders, having received a theological master’s degree, often realize they were trained for a world that no longer exists.

How to Help Those Who Feel Rejection

Our brains record social pain in the same place they record physical pain. Here are ways to prevent those feelings of rejection.

8 ‘Christian’ Virtues That Are Not Really Christian

These virtues are often held up as barometers of spiritual health, but are they truly proof of being a good Christian?

4 Meetings That Will Inspire Innovation

The reason church staff members dread meetings is because the meetings are about the wrong things.

How NOT to Grow Your Church

Avoid these five tendencies of stagnant churches and you'll be in a better position to grow your church in healthy ways.

20 Lessons From 20 Years of Marriage

I've learned a lot of important lessons in the course of my marriage. May these help you navigate the 'new normal' of marriage.

Bob Buford: A True Hero Maker

Lessons from the heart and mind of a kingdom multiplier: Bob Buford (1939 - 2018)