‘Day for the Unreached’ to Focus on Billions Who Have Never Heard the Gospel
On May 15, 2016, churches and other faith-based organizations are invited to pray and advocate for unreached people groups.
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Preaching on Homosexuality: 7 Points to Consider
"God’s Word changes hearts, but especially on sensitive subjects, God’s Word is often most effective in relationships of trust."
The One Common Factor of Effective Church Leaders
Thom Rainer: "Is it possible to find one common factor in the lives of the most effective church leaders? I think so."
Church Planting in a Secular Society: Two Approaches
Ed Stetzer: How do you plant churches in a secular society?
Ed Stetzer: How Resources Changed My Mind
"It seems that every young pastor thinks it’s necessary to reinvent everything—in their mind, only they can do it the right way."
8 Characteristics of the New Bivocational Pastor
Thom Rainer: "The new bivocational pastor is similar to the traditional bivocational pastor with some key differences."
5 Church Staffing Trends
William Vanderbloemen: "Look for leaders of leaders who naturally invest in others and create a culture of excellence."
The Best Way to Conclude a Sermon
"Most preachers spend far more time on the introduction than on the conclusion. That’s a mistake."
Incarnational Ministry: The Power of Being Human
Hugh Halter: "Being human may be how we are all born, but staying human is not natural—it’s supernatural."
10 Reasons Why Your Good Intentions to Fight Poverty Backfire
"Good intentions to alleviate poverty are not good enough. Sometimes our helping hurts the 'helped.'"
