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Simple Yet Stellar

Microchurches are not just a passing trend—they’re a growing and sustainable movement that is changing the way we think about church.

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.

Why a Video-Driven Multisite Church Works in Rural America

I've found that planting a multisite network of video-driven churches has been effective for reaching rural communities. Here's how.

Read This Before You Advertise on Facebook

Most church Facebook ads are geared toward people who are already Christians. To reach non-Christians ask this question.

4 Things I Hope All Senior Pastors Know About Youth Ministry

To get any worthwhile return on your youth ministry requires investment. Here's how you can equip your youth ministry to thrive.

5 Indicators It’s the Right Time to Initiate Change

The timing of a change is almost as important as the change itself. Here are some key signs you're ready.

John Teter: The Myth of the Perfect Evangelist—Part 1

The story of Jesus' anonymous 72 disciples proves we don't have to be famous to be an evangelist. Here's what we do need.

John Teter: Modeling a Lifestyle of Evangelism—Part 2

The key to effective evangelism is not trying to change the world, but being faithful to make it a part of our day to day lives.

How to Give Your Neighbors a Foretaste of God’s Kingdom

We are called to be a foretaste and fragrance of the coming kingdom of God. Here are some ways we can do that.

6 Toxic Tendencies of Church Bylaws

Bylaws are essential from a legal and organizational standpoint, but here are ways they can hinder or hurt a church's mission.