6 Questions to Ask Before Planning a Mission Trip
Planning a mission trip or service project? Want to make sure you are helping rather than hurting? Ask these questions.
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7 Questions for Community Engagement
Does your church have a front porch, and other questions to ask yourself
Course Corrections for Life and Ministry
Wisdom and insight gained from 40 years of prayer and listening to God
Stop Talking Yourself Out of Evangelism
"'Preach the gospel; when necessary, use words'; is a lot like saying, 'Feed the hungry; when necessary, use food.'"
Outreach vs. Evangelism: How to Tell the Difference
Many Christians use "outreach" and "evangelism" synonymously, but confusing the two can lead to a neglected mission. While outreach is primarily an action that meets community needs, evangelism is the verbal proclamation of the gospel—a message that carries the power of God for salvation.
3 Crucial Principles of Discipleship
Brad Powell: "There is no 'best model' for making disciples. Don't believe anyone who tells you otherwise."
Soulfires: The Make Good
"Joseph's heart called out, 'If you look down and see something in me that you still want, please save me, and I will give you my life.'"
Why the Metric for Love Is Sacrifice
"Our culture’s concept of love is primarily self-driven and pleasure-seeking. Jesus’ love expects and anticipates sacrifice."
Networking for Comeback: 3 Steps Toward Restoration
Ed Stetzer: “To see a better future, we often need to broaden our ministry horizon.”
5 Legit Fears of a Church Planter
Church planting comes with a lot of "what-ifs," but don't let them control your success.
