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5 Reasons the Church Thrives When It Grows Younger

Psalm 78:4–7 reminds us of our sacred responsibility: “We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy...

Back to School: Why Theological Education Matters to the Church

Evangelism is the church’s speech to the outside world, but worship is where it learns its grammar.

Andy Cook: A Renewed Vision

Evangelism is not just another leadership skill—it’s foundational to leading a local church.

Made to Thrive: Tips for Building a Healthy Church Culture

Culture shapes us. In a sense, it is something that happens to us.

What to Look for in a Missionary Candidate

What character qualities does someone need to possess in order to be an effective missionary? Here's a snapshot.

Attracting and Retaining Leaders

I have discovered the difference in how I lead if I want to lead leaders. And the difference is huge.

Is Pride in Your Blind Spot?

As puny and flawed as we are, the fact that we accomplish a few things and then decide we can live without God is all the proof anyone should ever need of our precarious condition in this universe.

Getting Outside Our Comfort Zone to Share Our Faith

Is there someone you know who is different from you, and you don’t necessarily want to reach out to him or her?

Get Ready for Sunday

"Can we expect the flames of our worship of God to burn brightly in public on the Lord’s Day when they barely flicker for Him in secret on other days?" -Donald S. Whitney

Lisa Fields: Wrestling With Doubt

Oftentimes, what made you believe could actually make someone else disbelieve, because we’re all seeing it through different lenses.

What’s Needed to Be a Church Planting Leader?

Being a church planting leader requires different skills than being a church planter.