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Expect to Be Different

Avoiding interaction with the world will ensure not only that the world dies but that your church will too. This is the way salt works: it is either used proactively or it becomes destructive to the one who has it.

The Strengths of Smaller Healthy Churches

Small churches can create a family environment for disconnected people if they lean into the built-in intimacy they already have.

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.

The Mysterious Mandate of ‘Small Discipleship’

The kingdom of God grows through the practice of discipling a small group of people, which requires time and patience.

What Season Are You In?

The seasons of leadership change frequently and part of being a good leader is being able to discern which season you are in and how that shapes your leadership.

A Lesson for Church Leaders From a Brand Strategist

You may not think of your church as a "brand," but thinking this way helps you shape your vision, properly equip your team and identify advocates of your church.

Culture: We Need a Superhero

What can we learn from the rise in the popularity of superhero movies that will help us speak to the longings of our culture?

Time: The Essential Investment

It's easy to get caught up in the busyness of everyday life, but there's one priority we can't compromise: people.

3 Steps to Better Short-Term Missions

We all know the limitations of short-term mission trips. Here are three crucial considerations to help make them better.

Are the Lost Worth the Cost?

Reaching the lost will cost you resources, time and patience. The parable of the lost coin provides some insights about whether it's worth it.

3 Secrets to an Irresistible Workplace Culture

The church staff churn rate is increasing. Reducing staff turnover starts with the values we preach—and live.