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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...

Should Close Friends Be on the Same Leadership Team?

Can close personal friends be trusted to put the good of the church ahead of their friendship, when necessary?

Evangelism for Impatient People … Like Me

Patience is key for evangelism—sometimes it takes days, weeks, months or years for it to bear fruit—keep sharing your faith.

Start Planning Now for a Smooth Succession

Waiting until a ministry leader retires or is forced to retire is waiting too long to set up a succession plan. There's a better way.

How to Identify Your Blindspots

We all have areas in our life and leadership we don't see clearly. These tips will help you identify and deal with those blindspots.

8 Signs You’re Trapped in Legalism

We've all experienced times when our faith in the finished work of Jesus morphs into legalism. These are warning signs.

Measure What Matters

Am I measuring here on earth what matters most in the scorecard of eternity?

What Can Eli Teach Us About Calling and Youth Ministry?

How can Eli's experience can help youth ministers discern the call of God upon the youth they serve?

Essential Tips for Welcoming Visitors

First impressions are incredibly important, so it's a good idea to train your welcome staff on the following points of etiquette.