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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.

Learn to Linger in Grief

Imagine a church where grief isn’t ignored, but it also isn’t hopeless. Where lament isn’t a sign of weak faith, but an act of worship.

The Beauty of an Imperfect Church

Every church has it's flaws and things that could be better. Instead of leaving for greener pastures, dig in and invest in making things better.

Words Can Kill (Or Give Life)

Be careful how you use your words. They have exceptional power to hurt or to heal.

Why I Am Not Chasing Balance This Year

So many people make the resolution to pursue balance each year, when rhythm is what we're really looking for.

Super Bowl-Sized Faith: Beyond the Typical Nod to God

Super Bowl MVP Nick Foles and other Super Bowl 52 players discuss the real-life faith that animates them, whether they win or lose.

Francis Chan: Evangelism Is Like Raising the Dead

"Do you understand," Francis Chan says, "when we're talking about outreach, we're talking about something where a miracle must happen?"

5 Signs You Are a Mature Christian

Matt Brown: "Mature Christians don't sit idle in their faith, and assume God will do all the work inside them."

How to Host a Great Panel Discussion

A panel discussion can be the highlight of a conference or a snooze fest. A good moderator can make all the difference.

Make the Psalms the Language of Your Faith

"The book of Psalms speaks to us where we are but refuses to leave us where we are. It puts words on our lips and invites us to make them ours."